Description: (Painter)
Antonello da Messina was a notable Italian painter from Messina, known for his influential work during the Italian Early Renaissance period. Despite no evidence of travel beyond Italy, his art showed strong influences from Early Netherlandish painting. Although incorrectly credited by Giorgio Vasari for introducing oil painting to Italy, Antonello's work greatly influenced painters in northern Italy, particularly in Venice. His professional legacy is marked by the innovative techniques and styles he utilized, which significantly contributed to the evolution of Renaissance art in Italy.