Pietro Longhi

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/pietro-longhi

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1. When was Pietro Longhi born?November 5, 1701
2. When did Pietro Longhi die?May 8, 1785
3. What is Pietro Longhi known for?Pioneering contemporary genre scenes of Venetian life
4. What is the artistic career?Spanned over six decades, documenting evolving Venetian society
5. What is the artistic style?Detailed observation, intimate compositions, focus on social customs and fashion
6. Who was Pietro Longhi?Pietro Longhi was a Venetian painter from the 1700s, born in 1701 and passing in 1785. He is famous for painting everyday scenes of life in Venice.

Genre Scene: A category of art depicting ordinary people and everyday life activities, often with narrative or moralistic undertones.
Rococo Period: An artistic style characterized by lightness, elegance, and an exuberant use of decoration, prevalent in the 18th century.
Enlightenment Sensibilities: Intellectual and cultural movement emphasizing reason, individualism, and skepticism towards traditional authority.
Bourgeoisie: The middle class, typically with reference to its perceived materialistic values or conventional attitudes.