Neroccio (Bartolommeo) De' Landi Paintings

Neroccio di Bartolomeo de' Landi was an Italian painter of the Renaissance period, active mainly in Siena. He was born in 1447 in Siena and was part of a family of artists; his father was a goldsmith. Neroccio was a student of Vecchietta, a well-known Sienese painter, sculptor, and architect, which greatly influenced his artistic development.

Neroccio's career was marked by both painting and sculpture, and he is noted for combining these two disciplines in his work. In 1468, he formed a partnership with Francesco di Giorgio Martini, another prominent Sienese artist, with whom he worked closely until 1477. Their workshop was one of the most productive in Siena, producing altarpieces, statues, and other works for local churches and clients.

His art is characterized by its elegance and clarity, with a focus on linear design and a delicate use of color that is typical of the Sienese school. Among his notable works are the Madonna and Child with Saints, the Annunciation, and various other religious panels which often featured intricate backgrounds and serene figures influenced by his mentor Vecchietta.

Neroccio’s output also included secular works and portraits, although these are less well-documented. He was also an influential teacher in his own right, with students who would go on to become significant artists in the region.

Neroccio de' Landi's work fell into relative obscurity after his death in 1500, though he was rediscovered and re-evaluated by art historians in the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, he is recognized for his contribution to the Sienese Renaissance and his work is held in various museums and collections around the world.