Jusepe de Ribera

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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1. When was Jusepe de Ribera born?Baptised February 17, 1591
2. When did Jusepe de Ribera die?November 3, 1652
3. Where was Jusepe de Ribera born?Játiva, Spain
4. What is the primary artistic center?Naples, Italy
5. What is the artistic movement?Spanish Baroque
6. Who was Jusepe de Ribera?Jusepe de Ribera was a Spanish painter born in 1591 who became famous for his dramatic and realistic paintings. He worked mainly in Italy, especially in Naples, and is known as a leading artist of the Baroque era.

Tenebrism: A style of painting characterized by strong contrasts between light and dark, often used for dramatic effect.
Spanish Baroque: A period of Spanish art (roughly 1600-1750) known for its dramatic intensity, emotional depth, and realism.
Caravaggisti: Artists who followed the style of Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, particularly his use of tenebrism and realism.
Martyrdom: The suffering or death of someone who is killed because of their religious or other beliefs.