Cima da Conegliano

Cima da Conegliano (1459-1517) was an Italian Renaissance painter who primarily worked in the Veneto region. Born Giovanni Battista Cima, he took his name from his birthplace, a town near Venice. He was influenced by the works of Giovanni Bellini and was known for his use of vivid colors and soft, atmospheric effects. Cima's paintings often featured religious subjects, such as altarpieces and Madonnas, but he also painted secular works. One of his most famous works is "The Incredulity of St. Thomas," which depicts the apostle Thomas touching the wounds of Christ after his resurrection. Cima's style was characterized by a balance between naturalism and idealism, and he was highly respected in his lifetime, counting the Medici family among his patrons.