Giovanni Bellini

Giovanni Bellini, born in 1430 in Venice and died in 1516 in Venice, was an Italian painter known for his religious and portrait works. His paintings, such as 'Madonna of the Meadow' and 'Saint Francis in the Desert,' are celebrated for their serene beauty and use of color, capturing the essence of Renaissance spirituality and humanism. Bellini's contributions to Venetian art and his exploration of sacred and secular themes have made him a revered figure in 15th and 16th-century painting, reflecting the devotion and innovation of his era.