Paolo Veneziano
Venetian · 5 artworks
Proto RenaissanceGold leaf applicationByzantine iconographyHierarchical scaleDelicate linear patternsStylized figures
artist bio
Paolo Veneziano was a prominent Venetian painter of the 14th century, considered a key figure in the transition from Byzantine to Gothic and early Renaissance styles in Venice. He blended Byzantine traditions with emerging Italian artistic trends, influencing subsequent generations of Venetian artists.
what you'll learn
Studying Paolo Veneziano allows students to understand the fusion of Byzantine and Gothic styles, and the early development of Renaissance art in Venice. Students can learn about the use of gold leaf, hierarchical scale, and the depiction of religious narratives.
related: Simone Martini
