Placido Costanzi
1702–1759 · Italian · 2 artworks
Baroquegrand compositionstenebrismallegorical representationclassical drapery
artist bio
Placido Costanzi was an Italian painter of the late-Baroque period, active mainly in Rome. He is best known for his historical and religious paintings, contributing to the grand decorative schemes prevalent in Roman churches and palaces.
what you'll learn
Studying Costanzi's work allows students to understand the principles of Baroque composition, including dynamic arrangements and the use of light and shadow to create dramatic effects. Students can also learn about the historical and religious themes common in Baroque art.
related: Pompeo Batoni
