Bartolomeo Carducci facts for kids
Bartolomeo Carducci (born 1560, died 14 November 1608) was a talented Italian painter. He is also known as Carducho, which is the Spanish way of saying his name. He created many beautiful artworks, especially in Spain.
Early Life and Training
Bartolomeo Carducci was born in Florence, a famous city in Italy. When he was young, he studied architecture and sculpture with a master named Bartolomeo Ammanati. He also learned painting from Federico Zuccari. This early training helped him become a well-rounded artist.
One of his first big projects was helping Zuccari finish a huge painting called The Last Judgment. This artwork was painted on the ceiling of the dome of Florence Cathedral.
Moving to Spain
Later, Bartolomeo Carducci traveled to Madrid, Spain, with his teacher, Federico Zuccari. In Spain, they worked on important art projects for the king. Bartolomeo helped paint the ceiling of the Escorial library. He also helped create the amazing frescos (wall paintings) in the cloisters of the Escorial palace.
Bartolomeo's brother, Vincenzo Carducci, also worked with them. After Bartolomeo passed away, Vincenzo took over his role as the main painter for King Philip III of Spain.
Famous Works
Bartolomeo Carducci spent most of his life in Spain, and that is where you can find most of his artworks today.
One of his most famous paintings is a Descent from the Cross. This painting was originally in a church in Madrid. Now, you can see it in The Prado museum. The Prado also has his painting of Last Supper.
The Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando owns another of his works, a Penitent St. Jerome. Bartolomeo and his brother Vincenzo also painted special altarpieces for the San Diego de Valladolid church between 1604 and 1606. These are now displayed in the Museo Nacional de Escultura Colegio de San Gregorio in Valladolid.
Bartolomeo Carducci also taught other artists, including Francisco López.
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