September 28, 1573 was born Michelangelo da Caravaggio
 

Michelangelo da Caravaggio

Italian painter, reformer of European paintings of the XVII century, one of the greatest masters of baroque
September 28, 1573 - July 18, 1610

Michelangelo da Caravaggio was born September 28, 1573 in Lombardy. He was always emphasized in his work is original, it can not be attributed to any of the art schools. By nature, Caravaggio was a rebel, and it could not be brighter than reflected in his early works, challenges the ideals of the era.

Rounders, 1595
Ideal image he opposed a simple boy from the crowd, endowed with the coarse sensual beauty. His young and cheerful characters are similar to the ancient god Bacchus, who himself is often the subject of paintings.

These characters are very corporeal, natural and close up against the viewer. They are almost tangible. During this period, Caravaggio paints a life devoid of any poetizatsii, in front of his subjects emphasized naturalistic, especially when scenes of violence.

Later, his style will soften, become more symbolic and profound, without losing the authenticity. The main themes of his paintings are biblical scenes. Caravaggio had to find the fine line between dramatic and naturalistic detail. His holy apostles and are becoming like the people of flesh and blood, without losing his divine enlightenment.

Supper, 1601
At the end of the life of Caravaggio is drawn to the theme of loneliness in a huge hostile world that is so typical of Baroque art in general. He draws a group of people united by kinship ties and warm relations with each other. Apparently, the impact of fatigue's constant loneliness, confusion and wandering around.

Caravaggio style admired many young artists and had a significant influence on the development of Western European art. Among his admirers and imitators have been Rubens, Velazquez and Rembrandt.

Michelangelo da Caravaggio died July 18, 1610 in Tuscany.

My favorite artist!