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          Rosso Fiorentino Most Popular Paintings

          The 25 artworks by Rosso Fiorentino our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

          Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
          Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Rosso Fiorentino · 1494 – 1540

          Rosso Fiorentino, Moses and Jethro's daughters, - (160x117) (1482)

          1482 · Sistine Chapel, Vatican City
          View the most popular artwork of Rosso Fiorentino ranked #1: Moses and Jethro's daughters, - (160x117)

          Experience Rosso Fiorentino’s dramatic 'Moses & Jethro's Daughters' (1482). A powerful Mannerist masterpiece showcasing intense emotion, rich color, and Renaissance artistry. Perfect for collectors.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
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          Mannerist
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          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Pietà, 1537, Rosso Fiorentino

          1537 · The Louvre, Paris · original 125 x 159 cm
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          Experience Rosso Fiorentino’s dramatic ‘Pietà’ – a Baroque masterpiece of grief & faith. Oil on canvas, showcasing intense emotion & masterful chiaroscuro. A poignant work of art.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Baroque
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Dead Christ with Angels, 1525, Rosso Fiorentino

          1525 · Museum of Fine Arts, Boston · original 133 x 104 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Rosso Fiorentino ranked #3: Dead Christ with Angels

          Édouard Manet's 'The Dead Christ with Angels' (1864) depicts Mary Magdalene discovering the empty tomb, sparking debate with its unconventional angels and challenging traditional religious art.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Musical Angel (1522) by Rosso Fiorentino

          1522 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence · original 141 x 172 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Rosso Fiorentino ranked #4: Musical Angel

          A captivating painting of an angel playing guitar, showcasing Rosso Fiorentino's masterful Mannerist style and evoking a sense of serene harmony. A beautiful Renaissance masterpiece.

          Medium/Technique
          Acrylic On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Mannerist
          Color Palette
          Dark
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Mars and Venus by Rosso Fiorentino, 1530

          1530 · The Louvre, Paris
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          This artwork is a captivating depiction of Roman mythology featuring Mars and Venus, skillfully executed in pen and ink.

          Medium/Technique
          Ink
          Art Movement
          Renaissance Mannerism
          Color Palette
          Monochrome
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Moses Defending the Daughters of Jethro (1523)

          1523 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence · original 160 x 117 cm
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          Rosso Fiorentino’s "Moses Defending the Daughters of Jethro" captures a dramatic Renaissance moment with Michelangelo-inspired grandeur and Leonardo’s psychological depth. This monumental 1523 painting showcases Moses' heroism, perfect for art lovers.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Italian Mannerism
          Color Palette
          Dark
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          No. 6 of 49 artworks by Rosso Fiorentino
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          Madonna Enthroned with Four Saints, Rosso Fiorentino

          1518 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence · original 172 x 141 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Rosso Fiorentino ranked #7: Madonna Enthroned with Four Saints

          Discover Rosso Fiorentino’s "Madonna Enthroned." A stunning Renaissance oil painting (1518) showcasing religious symbolism & masterful technique. Explore this captivating artwork!

          Medium/Technique
          Oil
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          Renaissance
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          Earthy
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          Madonna and Child with Putti (1522) by Rosso Fiorentino

          1522 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 111 x 76 cm
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          Experience the serene beauty of Rosso Fiorentino's Madonna and Child with Putti – a masterpiece housed in The Hermitage, St. Petersburg. Explore classical iconography & Mannerist style.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Early Florentine Mannerism
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Marriage of the Virgin, Rosso Fiorentino

          1523 · San Lorenzo, Florence · original 325 x 250 cm
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          Explore Rosso Fiorentino’s ‘Marriage of the Virgin’ (1523). A dramatic Baroque masterpiece featuring Joseph & Mary, rich textures, and a complex composition. Discover this iconic Renaissance artwork.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Baroque
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Betrothal of the Virgin (1523) by Rosso Fiorentino

          1523 · San Lorenzo, Florence · original 325 x 250 cm
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          Discover Rosso Fiorentino’s ‘Betrothal of the Virgin’ (1523). A dramatic Renaissance oil painting showcasing classical beauty & religious fervor. Explore this masterpiece's rich details & captivating composition.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Mannerism
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Decoration, Rosso Fiorentino

          1534 · Galerie François I, Fontainebleau
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          Explore Rosso Fiorentino’s ‘Decoration’ (1534) – a stunning Renaissance fresco depicting Roman mythology. Admire classical beauty, intricate detail & masterful technique in this opulent masterpiece.

          Medium/Technique
          Fresco
          Art Movement
          Renaissance
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          The Contest of the Pierides

          The Louvre, Paris · original 31 x 63 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Rosso Fiorentino ranked #12: The Contest of the Pierides

          Witness the dramatic "Contest of the Pierides" by Rosso Fiorentino! This Renaissance masterpiece captures a thrilling Greek myth with dynamic figures and rich colors, showcasing Florentine Mannerism's brilliance.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Mannerist Painting
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          A Young Man, Rosso Fiorentino

          1517 · Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Berlin · original 82 x 60 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Rosso Fiorentino ranked #13: A Young Man

          A captivating Renaissance portrait by Rosso Fiorentino (1518). Witness the enigmatic beauty of a young man rendered with Mannerist elegance – a masterpiece of Italian art.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Mannerist Portraiture
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          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Musician Angel (1520) by Rosso Fiorentino

          1520 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence · original 38 x 47 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Rosso Fiorentino ranked #14: Musician Angel

          Explore Rosso Fiorentino's captivating 'Musician Angel,' a Mannerist masterpiece showcasing dramatic emotion and vibrant color palettes inspired by Michelangelo & Raphael.

          Medium/Technique
          Tempera On Panel
          Art Movement
          Italian Mannerism
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Rosso Fiorentino, Assumption of the Virgin (detail) (1514)

          1514 · Santissima Annunziata, Florence
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          Experience the dramatic "Assumption of the Virgin" by Rosso Fiorentino, a masterpiece of Mannerist style from 1514 showcasing Mary's ascent into heaven with vibrant colors and angelic figures. Discover this stunning fresco reproduction and elevate your art collection.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Italian Mannerism
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          Earthy
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          Gallery of Francis I by Rosso Fiorentino, 1534

          1534 · Galerie François I, Fontainebleau
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          Giovanni Battista di Jacopo, known as Rosso Fiorentino (1495-1540), was a Florentine painter celebrated for his dramatic compositions and bold use of color. He collaborated with Francesco Primaticcio on the lavish decoration of Francis I's Gallery at Fontainebleau, creating an unforgettable visual experience.

          Medium/Technique
          Fresco
          Art Movement
          Italian Mannerism
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Descent from the Cross (detail) by Rosso Fiorentino, 1521

          1521 · Cathedral, Volterra
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          Experience Rosso Fiorentino’s ‘Descent from the Cross’ – a dramatic Baroque masterpiece! Intense emotion, chiaroscuro & layered textures capture profound grief. A unique investment in Italian art history.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Baroque
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Madonna Enthroned between Two Saints – Rosso Fiorentino

          1521 · Museo Diocesano, Volterra · original 169 x 133 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Rosso Fiorentino ranked #18: Madonna Enthroned between Two Saints

          Rosso Fiorentino’s 1521 ‘Madonna Enthroned between Two Saints’ showcases a tender Mannerist portrait of the Virgin Mary with child, alongside two saints, capturing an intimate moment in rich detail – explore this captivating Renaissance masterpiece and bring it home.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Mannerist Religious Painting
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Marriage of the Virgin (detail) by Rosso Fiorentino, 1523

          1523 · San Lorenzo, Florence
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          Witness the dramatic 'Marriage of the Virgin' by Rosso Fiorentino (1523). A masterpiece of Mannerism, showcasing intricate detail and emotional depth in a Renaissance setting.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Canvas
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          Mannerist Painting
          Color Palette
          Earthy
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          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Assumption of the Virgin

          1517 · Santissima Annunziata, Florence · original 385 x 395 cm
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          Experience the dramatic beauty of Rosso Fiorentino's 'Assumption of the Virgin,' a monumental fresco showcasing Mannerist innovation and emotional intensity. Explore its rich colors and captivating composition.

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          Rosso Fiorentino: Marriage of the Virgin (detail)

          1523 · San Lorenzo, Florence
          View the most popular artwork of Rosso Fiorentino ranked #21: Marriage of the Virgin (detail)

          Rosso Fiorentino’s ‘Marriage of the Virgin,’ completed in 1523, showcases a poignant depiction of faith and devotion within the Basilica of San Lorenzo, Florence. This detailed artwork exemplifies Renaissance artistry with masterful use of light and shadow.

          Medium/Technique
          Acrylic On Canvas
          Art Movement
          Renaissance Mannerism
          Color Palette
          Earthy
          Technique
          Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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          Moses Defending the Daughters of Jethro (detail) by Rosso Fiorentino, 1523

          1523 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence
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          Experience the dramatic intensity of Rosso Fiorentino's 1523 masterpiece, Moses Defending the Daughters of Jethro; explore this Mannerist drama today.

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          Art Movement
          High Renaissance
          Color Palette
          Dark
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          Rosso Fiorentino: Madonna and Child with the Infant St. John

          1515 · Städel Museum, Frankfurt · original 102.1 x 77.5cm
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          This Mannerist masterpiece by Rosso Fiorentino shows a tender Madonna and Child. Explore this emotive Renaissance treasure today.

          Medium/Technique
          Oil On Panel
          Art Movement
          Florentine Mannerist
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          Earthy
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          portrait of man with a Helmet (1520) by Rosso Fiorentino

          1520 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 86.0 x 72.0cm
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          This somber Renaissance portrait by Rosso Fiorentino captures a man in a steel helmet. Discover the intensity of this masterpiece today.

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          Mannerism
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          Earthy
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          Madonna Enthroned and Ten Saints by Rosso Fiorentino, 1522

          1522 · Galleria Palatina, Florence · original 350 x 259 cm
          View the most popular artwork of Rosso Fiorentino ranked #25: Madonna Enthroned and Ten Saints

          A dramatic gathering of Mary and ten saints unfolds in this Mannerist masterpiece by Rosso Fiorentino, capturing the intense emotion of the Italian Renaissance for your collection.

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          The artist

          Rosso Fiorentino

          1494 – 1540

          Portrait of Rosso Fiorentino
          Quick facts
          • Corpus themesmichelangelo, religious devotion, raphael, classical idealism, political patronage
          • Top-ranked workMoses and Jethro's daughters, - (160x117)
          • NationalityItaly
          • Art periodRenaissance
          • Emotional tonedramatic
          • Died1540
          • Mediumsoil on canvas
          • Color intensitybalanced, monochromatic
          Biography

          A Life Painted in Fire: The Dramatic World of Rosso Fiorentino

          Giovanni Battista di Jacopo, known to the world as Rosso Fiorentino – “The Red Florentine” – was a name whispered with both admiration and a touch of unease during the Italian Renaissance. Born in Florence on March 8th, 1495, his very nickname alluded to the fiery spirit that would come to define not only his appearance but also his intensely emotional and innovative art. Rosso wasn’t merely a painter; he was a harbinger of change, a pivotal figure bridging the High Renaissance's classical ideals with the burgeoning complexities of Mannerism. His journey, marked by artistic exploration, political upheaval, and ultimately, a premature death in Fontainebleau in 1540, left an indelible mark on the landscape of European art.

          Formative Years and Florentine Foundations

          Rosso’s artistic education began within the esteemed workshop of Andrea del Sarto, one of Florence's leading masters. This environment proved crucial, placing him alongside another rising star, Pontormo. The two artists shared a space for experimentation, fostering a creative rivalry that pushed both to explore beyond conventional boundaries. The influence of the Florentine school was deeply ingrained during these formative years; however, even early works reveal Rosso’s distinct inclination towards dramatic intensity and an expressive use of color – qualities that would set him apart. He absorbed the lessons of perspective and anatomical accuracy but quickly began to imbue his figures with a psychological depth rarely seen in earlier Renaissance art. Early paintings like the *Holy Family with the Infant Saint John the Baptist* demonstrate this emerging style, hinting at the emotional turbulence that would characterize his mature work.

          The Roman Interlude and the Seeds of Mannerism

          In 1523, Rosso ventured to Rome, a city brimming with artistic energy and the monumental achievements of Michelangelo and Raphael. This period proved transformative. He was profoundly impacted by Michelangelo’s powerful figures and dynamic compositions, as well as Raphael's refined grace. However, rather than simply imitating these masters, Rosso synthesized their influences into something uniquely his own. The Sack of Rome in 1527 brought chaos and destruction, forcing Rosso to flee the city and marking a turning point in his career. This traumatic event seems to have intensified the emotional undercurrents within his art, pushing him further away from the High Renaissance’s emphasis on harmony and towards the more unsettling aesthetic of Mannerism.

          French Patronage and Lasting Legacy

          Rosso's journey eventually led him to France in 1530, where he entered the service of King Francis I. This marked a new chapter, as he became a key figure in the decoration of the Château de Fontainebleau, alongside other prominent artists. Here, he was given considerable freedom to experiment and develop his style further. The *Gallery of Francis I* at Fontainebleau stands as a testament to his skill, showcasing allegorical scenes filled with elongated figures, vibrant colors, and complex symbolism. He also created works like *Elephant*, demonstrating an ability to capture the essence of his subjects with remarkable detail. Sadly, Rosso’s time in France was cut short by illness; he died in 1540 at the age of forty-five. Despite his relatively brief career, Rosso Fiorentino's influence resonated throughout Europe. His style profoundly impacted artists like Francesco Primaticcio, who succeeded him at Fontainebleau, and helped to solidify Mannerism as a dominant force in art for decades to come. His paintings, now found in museums worldwide – including the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea in Rome, the Pinacoteca Comunale in Volterra, and the Duomo in Città di Castello – continue to captivate viewers with their dramatic power and emotional depth, ensuring that the “Red Florentine” remains a vital and compelling figure in art history.

          Questions & Answers

          In which movements did Rosso Fiorentino work?

          Rosso Fiorentino's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.

          Where can I see Rosso Fiorentino's artworks in a 3D gallery?

          A virtual visit is possible: the 3D Museum page of Rosso Fiorentino presents the artist's works in a three-dimensional gallery.

          Can I explore Rosso Fiorentino's works by subject?

          Rosso Fiorentino's works can be explored by subject on the artist's Subject Atlas page.

          By the WahooArt.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 1, 2026
          Collector's quiz
          1. Rosso Fiorentino received his initial artistic training in the studio of which prominent Florentine artist?

          2. Rosso Fiorentino's artistic style is most closely associated with which art movement?

          3. What is the literal translation of 'Rosso Fiorentino's' nickname?

          4. Which artist significantly influenced Rosso Fiorentino’s mastery of chiaroscuro?

          5. In what country did Rosso Fiorentino spend the later part of his career, working for the court of Francis I?

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