Deodato Orlandi

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Virgin and Child, Louvre

Deodato Orlandi (active 1284–1315, died before 1331) was an Italian painter who was active in

Italo-Byzantine painting of the 13th century to the Giotto-inspired style of the 14th century.[1]

Life

Orlandi was active in Lucca and Pisa between 1284 and 1315. He primarily painted religious-themed works on commissions for churches. Some of his works show a Byzantine art style, and an influence of Giotto can also be seen.

He painted frescos for the

San Francesco in Assisi. In the upper area are portrayed the Walls of the Heaven City, largely restored in the following centuries.[2]

References

  1. ^ John Richards. "Deodato Orlandi." Grove Art Online. Oxford Art Online. Oxford University Press. Web. 16 February 2017
  2. ^ "Basilica of San Piero a Grado". Tuscan Incoming Travel Agency. Archived from the original on 21 March 2013. Retrieved 19 May 2013.

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