Pasquale Ciaramponi
Pasquale Ciaramponi | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 20, 1734 Treia, Papal States (now Italy) |
| Died | October 27, 1792 (aged 58) Treia, Papal States (now Italy) |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Known for | Painting |
| Movement | Late Baroque, Neoclassicism |
Pasquale Ciaramponi (20 May 1734 – 27 October 1792) was an Italian painter active in the Marche region in a late-Baroque and early Neoclassical style.
Biography
Pasquale Ciaramponi was born in Treia, in the province of Macerata, then part of the Papal States. He initially trained under the renowned painter Pompeo Batoni, known for his classical style and portraiture.[1] Ciaramponi later moved to Rome, where he entered the studio of Gaetano Lapis, further developing his technique.[2]
After completing his training, he returned to Treia and the Marche region, where he established himself as a painter of religious and portrait subjects. His works reflect the transition from the Baroque to the Neoclassical style, showcasing refined compositions and expressive figures.[3]
Notable Works
Among his notable works are:
- Frescoes in the tribune of San Francesco, Treia.[1]
- Altarpiece for San Filippo Neri, Treia.[3]
- San Vincenzo, San Domenico, Cingoli.[4]
- Altarpieces in the Chiesa del Sacramento, Ancona.[2]
Style and Legacy
Ciaramponi’s works display a blend of Baroque dynamism and Neoclassical clarity, making him an important transitional figure in 18th-century Italian painting. While not as widely known as his mentors, his contributions to religious art in the Marche region remain significant.[3]
References
- ^ a b "Pasquale Ciaramponi". Treccani Encyclopedia (in Italian). Retrieved 9 March 2025.
- ^ a b Ricci, Amico (1834). Memorie storiche delle arti e degli artisti della Marca di Ancona. Vol. 2. Tipografia di Giovanni Mancini. pp. 428–430.
- ^ a b c Ricci, Amico. Memorie storiche delle arti e degli artisti della Marca di Ancona. Google Books. Retrieved 9 March 2025.
- ^ De Sanctis, Francesco. Storia dell'arte italiana, Volume 3, Florence: G.C. Sansoni, 1878.