Italian, 1620–1692
Alessandro Turchi was an Italian Baroque painter, born in 1620 in Verona and died in 1692 in Rome. He is known for his contributions to the development of the Baroque style in Italy, particularly through his use of color and dramatic compositions. Turchi trained under the guidance of prominent artists such as Domenico Fetti and later became associated with the Carracci school. His career flourished in Rome, where he became known for his religious and mythological subjects. Major works include 'The Virgin and Child with Saints' and 'The Triumph of David.' Turchi's style is characterized by a blend of realism and idealism, and he played a significant role in the transition from Mannerism to Baroque painting in Italy.
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