Giorgio Vasari - Non-Fiction Author on Bday Data
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Giorgio Vasari

Non-Fiction Author
BirthdayJuly 30
Death Date
Jun 27, 1574(age 62)
Birthplace
SignLeo

About

An Italian Renaissance architect, painter, and author, he is best known for his 1550 biographical work, Lives of the Most Eminent Painters, Sculptors, and Architects. He is also known for designing an octagonal dome for Pistoia, Italy's Basilica of Our Lady of Humility.

Before Fame

He befriended Michelangelo while studying in Florence.

Trivia

  • His written works discuss the lives and careers of many of the great artists of his day.

Family Life

He grew up in Tuscany. He began studying in Florence after his cousin encouraged him to become an artist.

Associated With

Many modern biographies of Leonardo da Vinci draw from Vasari's work.

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