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Barbara Longhi

1552-10-01 – 1638-12-23

Portrait of Barbara Longhi
Presumed self-portrait of Barbara LonghiCredit: Barbara Longhi

Life & Legacy

Barbara Longhi (English: bar-BAR-ə LONG-ghee, Italian: [ˈbarbara ˈloŋɡi]; 21 September 1552 – 23 December 1638) was an Italian painter. She was much admired in her lifetime as a portraitist, although most of her portraits are now lost or unattributed. Her work, such as her many Madonna and Child paintings, earned her a fine reputation as an artist.

Occupation & Career

painter, artist

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Virgin and Child with Saint

Legacy Highlights

Notable Work

Virgin and Child with Saint

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q31146 — wikidata View source

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