Fra Angelico

Origins

Fra Angelico, also known as Beato Angelico, was an Italian painter of the early Renaissance. He is known for his delicate and harmonious paintings, characterized by bright colors and ethereal figures. His works from the 14th and 15th centuries are renowned for their spiritual and religious themes, depicting scenes from the Bible and the lives of saints. Fra Angelico's use of light and shadow, meticulous attention to detail, and his ability to convey a sense of transcendence made him one of the most famous artists of his time.