Andrea Mantegna
1431–1506 · Italian · 30 artworks
Early RenaissanceHigh RenaissanceForeshorteningLinear perspectiveTrompe-l'oeilClassical motifsDetailed drapery
artist bio
Andrea Mantegna was an Italian painter, a student of Roman archeology, and son-in-law of Jacopo Bellini. He was influential as an early master of perspective, and his techniques helped to define the Early Renaissance style.
what you'll learn
Students can learn about the use of perspective, foreshortening, and classical themes in Renaissance art by studying Mantegna's work. His attention to detail and innovative compositions provide valuable insights into the artistic techniques of the period.
related: Leonardo da Vinci, Antonello da Messina
30 artworks
Portrait of Francesco Gonzaga
1461
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Christ with the soul of the Virgin
1506
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Portrait of Cardinal Lodovico Mezzarota
1459
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St. Bernardine of Siena with the Angels
1506
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Portrait of Cardinal Carlo de' Medici
1466
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Adoration of the Magi, central panel from the Altarpiece
1461
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The Circumcision of Christ
1464
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The Resurrection
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St. Sebastian
1475
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Ecce Homo
1502
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Madonna and Child with Cherubs
1490
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Prisonnniers
1506
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Prayer in the Garden
1459
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St. George
1467
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The House of Ludovico Gonzaga Bridegroom decorated wall and his son
1475
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The Resurrection, right hand predella panel from the Altarpiece of St. Zeno of Verona
1459
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Portrait of a Man
1460
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The agony in the garden (detail)
1454
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Christ the Redeemer
1493
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St.Mark
1450
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Maria with the sleeping child
1455
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St. Jerome in the Wilderness
1450
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Saint James on the Way to his Execution
1455
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The Virgin of Victory (The Madonna and Child Enthroned with Six Saints and Adored by Gian Francesco II Gonzaga)
1496
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Presentation at the Temple
1453
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The Holy Family with St. Elizabeth and St. John the Baptist
1505
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Saint Jerome reading with the Lion
1500
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San Zeno Altarpiece
1457
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Madonna with St. Mary Magdalene and St. John the Baptist
1506
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The Virgin and Child with Saint Jerome and Louis of Toulouse
1455
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