Giovanni Crivelli Italian, 16th Century-circa 1760

Giovanni Crivelli (Italy, 16th Century – Parma, circa 1760) 

Giovanni Crivelli, son of the painter Angelo Maria Crivelli, remains somewhat elusive in historical records regarding his birthplace and date of birth. 

It is known that he trained in his father’s workshop, where he developed a passion for naturalistic themes.  
A more precise record of his activities dates back to 1733, linked to the House of Savoy:  the Stupinigi’s family accounting books document payments for decorations he carried out at the Hunting Lodge. 

Some historians suggest that his later works were produced in Parma, where he passed away in 1760. 

Photo UniCredit Group (Sebastiano Pellion di Persano)