Description: (Italian Painter Who Introduced a Reflective, Intimate Style of Painting)
Carlo Cignani, an Italian painter, was renowned for his innovative 'new manner' style. His work brought a reflective and intimate mood to painting, influencing later artists like Guido Reni, Guercino, and Simone Cantarini. This departure from the energetic style of earlier Bolognese classicism marked a significant shift in the Bolognese School of painting. Cignani's professional legacy is defined by his unique artistic approach and his lasting impact on the development of painting in Italy.