Bartolomeo della Gatta facts for kids
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Bartolomeo della Gatta (born Pietro di Antonio Dei, 1448–1502) was a talented Italian artist. He lived during the exciting time of the Renaissance in Florence, Italy. Bartolomeo was known for many things: he was a painter, an illuminator (someone who decorated books with beautiful pictures), and even an architect.
Early Life and Becoming a Monk
Bartolomeo was born in 1448. His birth name was Pietro di Antonio Dei. His father was a goldsmith, a person who worked with gold. In 1468, when he was about 20 years old, Pietro made an important decision. He decided to become a monk. He joined the Order of Camaldoli, a group of monks. His brother, Nicolo, was already part of this order. When Pietro became a monk, he changed his name to Bartolomeo. This was a common practice at the time.
Artistic Contributions
Bartolomeo della Gatta was a skilled artist. He worked with other famous artists of his time. Around 1481, he was called to Rome, a very important city for art. There, he helped create amazing frescos (paintings on wet plaster) for the famous Sistine Chapel. This chapel is known worldwide for its beautiful artwork. Bartolomeo worked alongside another well-known artist named Luca Signorelli. Together, they helped decorate the chapel walls.
Later Life and Legacy
Later in his life, Bartolomeo della Gatta became the abbot (the head monk) of the abbey of San Clemente in Arezzo. An abbey is a type of monastery where monks live and work. He passed away in 1502 and was buried in the same abbey. Bartolomeo della Gatta left behind a legacy of beautiful art. His work is still admired today.
See also
In Spanish: Bartolomeo della Gatta para niños
