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Simone Martini

Type Figure Region Italy Time c. 1284–1344 Also known as Simone Martini、Simone di Martino

Simone Martini (c. 1284–1344), leading 14th-century painter of the Sienese school and a key figure of International Gothic, who trained under Duccio,…

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  1. c. 1300–1315Siena · SienaTrained in Siena in Duccio's tradition, taking commissions for the town hall and churches, gradually establishing a personal style characterized by flowing lines and decorative gold leaf.
  2. 1315–1335Central Italy · TuscanyCompleted important works including the Maestà for Siena's town hall, and painted frescoes in Orvieto, Assisi and elsewhere, his reputation spreading across the Italian peninsula.
  3. 1335–1344Avignon · AvignonWorked in Avignon under commissions from the pope and cardinals, bringing the lyrical Sienese style to southern France and influencing court and International Gothic artistic trends, until his death there in 1344.

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