Pietro Perugino

About the Artist

Pietro Perugino was an Italian painter active from 1448 to 1523, a leading figure of the Umbrian school. Active mainly in central Italy, he was recognized as a painter representing the aesthetics of the Renaissance. His artistic world is marked by balanced composition, natural depiction of the human body, and warm color, rendering biblical themes with great refinement. His work in particular contributed to elevating devotion through its mysterious atmosphere and harmonious composition. His signature work 'Madonna and Saint Anna' shows his style with great skill.