Andrea di Bonaiuto | |
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| Born | March 1319 |
| Died | July 1377 (aged 58) |
| Other names | Andrea da Firenze |
| Occupation | Painter |
Andrea di Bonaiuto da Firenze orAndrea da Firenze was an Italian painter active in Florence.
He was probably born in Florence where he was active from 1343.[1] His earliest works suggest that he was in close contact with the workshop ofAndrea di Cione.[2]
Andrea di Bonaiuto is known for his stained glass window of theCoronation of Mary in theBasilica of Santa Maria Novella, and his fresco decorations in the Spanish chapel (Cappellone degli Spagnoli) of thechapter house there. The central theme of the frescos in the chapel is the glorification of theDominican Order.
From mid 1366 to mid 1367 Andrea di Bonaiuto was one of the artists advising on the construction ofFlorence Cathedral.
He died in Pisa while working on a fresco on theLegend of St Raneiro at theCamposanto Monumentale.[2]
Although a follower of traditional models, Andrea di Bonaiuto brought innovation by softening details and contours with soft and blended shadows and emphasizing the two-dimensional aspect of the painted surface through painted and punched decorative effects.[2]
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