Giovanni Battista Cima da Cone

Giovanni Battista Cima da Conegliano, born in 1459 in Conegliano and died in 1517 in Conegliano, was an Italian painter known for his religious and portrait works. His paintings, such as 'The Madonna of the Orange Tree' and 'The Incredulity of St. Thomas,' are celebrated for their serene beauty and use of color, capturing the essence of Renaissance spirituality and harmony. Influenced by the Venetian School and his contemporary Giovanni Bellini, Cima's technique involved a refined and atmospheric approach to composition and color, conveying the grace and elegance of his subjects. His career was marked by his ability to depict the devotion and tranquility of the Renaissance era, making him a celebrated figure in 15th and 16th-century Italian painting.