Sandro Botticelli

About the Artist

Sandro Botticelli was born in Florence in 1445 and died in 1510; he was a painter of the Italian Early Renaissance. Belonging to the Florentine school, he is famous for works that strongly reflect the imagery of the Medici family and their followers. His body of work is characterized by clear lines, decorative composition, and beautiful figure depiction, and reflects emotional expression and mythological themes well. His masterpieces include "The Birth of Venus" and "The Birth of the Gods," which clearly demonstrate his flowing style and Renaissance aesthetics.