Lorenzo di Credi started his training with Verrocchio – probably in the early 1470s. He was certainly working there as a painter in 1480, and stayed there until Verrocchio’s death in 1488. Lorenzo was strongly influenced by the young Leonardo da Vinci, who also trained with Verrocchio. His style appears to have developed little.
Lorenzo di Credi
about 1458 - 1537
Paintings by Lorenzo di Credi
The Virgin Mary kneels on a grassy patch in the foreground, seemingly undisturbed by our intrusive gaze. Her hands are clasped in prayer as she faces her infant son, who is lying before her. His legs crossed, his right elbow resting on a pillow, he is focusing on something outside the picture.A r...
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The Virgin Mary is seated directly in front of us. Together with swathes of drapery, she covers almost the entire picture plane, forming a triangular shape that is set off against the dark background. Light radiating from the front brings out the vibrant colours of her garments. These colours are...
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Andrea del Verrocchio, assisted by Lorenzo di Credi
Verrocchio had a large and active studio in Florence, and trained many artists who would become leading figures in the Florentine Renaissance, including Botticelli and Leonardo da Vinci. He usually collaborated closely with his students, giving them the opportunity to work on important parts of a...