Filippo Lippi (1406-1469)
Filippo Lippi, also called Lippo Lippi, was born in Florence. His son, Filippino Lippi also become a famous painter (and is thought by some to be the model for the giggling angel in this painting). Sandro Botticelli is the most well-known pupil of Filippo Lippi.
Blogs about Works of Lippi
Adoration of the Magi (c. 1440-1460)
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Madonna and Child with Two Angels (1465)
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Further Readings
- The Lives of the Artists by Giorgio Vasari: This is the first and most famous art history book, discussing the lives of Italian artists between the 13th and 16th centuries, including Filippo Lippi. If you love art history, this is a must-have (Amazon link).