Guercino

Guercino
Self portrait, c. 1635
Born	Giovanni Francesco Barbieri (1591-02-08)February 8, 1591 Cento, Duchy of Ferrara
Died	December 22, 1666(1666-12-22) (aged 75) Bologna, Papal States
Nationality	Italian
Known for	Painting, drawing
Movement	Baroque

Giovanni Francesco Barbieri (February 8, 1591 – December 22, 1666),^[1] better known as (il) Guercino^[2] (Italian pronunciation: [ɡwerˈtʃiːno]), was an Italian Baroque painter and draftsman from Cento in the Emilia region, who was active in Rome and Bologna. The vigorous naturalism of his early manner contrasts with the classical equilibrium of his later works. His many drawings are noted for their luminosity and lively style.