His name was Andrea Meldolla. He was called Schiavone (the 'Slavonian') because he came from Zara on the Dalmatian coast. He spent most of his life working in Venice. His style was derived from
Parmigianino, he was also influenced by Venetian colouring. He was on friendly terms with
Titian.
Schiavone was one of the founders of the Venetian style of
Mannerism, and an influence on
Tintoretto.