Luca Giordano

Italy 1634-1705
Luca Giordano (1634-1705) was a prominent Italian Baroque painter and printmaker, renowned for his prolific output and versatility across various artistic genres. Born in Naples, Italy, Giordano began his training under the tutelage of Jusepe de Ribera and later studied the works of other leading artists such as Caravaggio, Pietro da Cortona, and Aniello Falcone. Giordano's style is characterized by its dynamism, rich colors, and dramatic use of light, which combined to create vivid and emotionally charged scenes. He excelled in painting religious subjects, mythological narratives, historical events, and portraits, demonstrating an exceptional facility with large-scale frescoes and ceiling decorations. His ability to work rapidly without sacrificing quality earned him the nickname " Luca fa presto" (Luca works quickly). Throughout his career, Giordano traveled extensively, including stays in Rome, Florence, and Venice, where he absorbed diverse influences from local art scenes. In particular, his time in Venice is thought to have been pivotal in honing his skill at depicting luminous atmospheres. His commissions included significant projects such as the frescoes in the Palazzo Medici Riccardi in Florence, and the ceilings of the sacristy in the Certosa di San Martino in his hometown of Naples. Notably, Giordano's fame reached international heights when he journeyed to Spain at the invitation of King Charles II. There, he adorned numerous royal palaces with his grandiose paintings, leaving an indelible mark on Spanish art. His late period also saw him experiment with etching, producing prints that were widely disseminated and admired. Giordano's impact on the development of European painting extended beyond his lifetime, influencing artists through his innovative techniques and stylistic flexibility. His legacy can be seen in the evolution of Neapolitan Baroque and the broader European decorative arts. Today, his works are held in prestigious collections worldwide, serving as a testament to his status as one of the most accomplished painters of the Baroque era.

Collection of Works(Page 1)

A Glory of Angels,Luca Giordano,Sketch,Sketch, monochrome, multiple boys, 6+boys, cape, fine art parody
A Glory of Angels
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 3519 × 2820 px
An Astrologer,Luca Giordano,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, 1boy, male focus, solo, facial hair, realistic, book
An Astrologer
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 3096 × 4000 px
Ascension of a Bishop Saint,Luca Giordano,Sketch,Sketch, monochrome, sketch, traditional media
Ascension of a Bishop Saint
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 2507 × 3728 px
Crucifixion Of St. Peter,Luca Giordano,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, multiple boys, parody
Crucifixion Of St. Peter
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 4700 × 3899 px
Adoration of the Shepherds,Luca Giordano,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, multiple boys, fine art parody, 6+boys
Adoration of the Shepherds
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 3323 × 4460 px
Apollo And Daphne,Luca Giordano,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, parody, multiple boys
Apollo And Daphne
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 5300 × 4582 px
Christ among the Doctors,Luca Giordano,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, multiple boys, fine art parody, 6+boys
Christ among the Doctors
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 5935 × 5029 px
Democratus,Luca Giordano,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, 1boy, male focus, solo, beard, facial hair
Democratus
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 4270 × 4860 px
Allegory of Magnanimity,Luca Giordano,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, parody, lion, crown
Allegory of Magnanimity
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 10044 × 10053 px
Aristotle,Luca Giordano,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, 1boy, male focus, beard, solo, facial hair, old, old man
Aristotle
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 4289 × 4860 px
Christ Healing the Paralytic at Bethesda,Luca Giordano,Copperplate Etching,Copperplate Etching, sketch
Christ Healing the Paralytic at Bethesda
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 2699 × 2308 px
Diana and Endymion,Luca Giordano,Oil Painting,Oil Painting, fine art parody, blonde hair, 1boy, dog, jewelry
Diana and Endymion
Painter: Luca Giordano
Resolution: 4000 × 3633 px