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Barbara Longhi

1552 – 1638

Barbara Longhi
Renaissance
Renaissance

Barbara Longhi

Born 1552 Died 1638 Works span 1585–1605

Barbara Longhi: A Life in Ravenna's Artistic Circle Born: Ravenna, Italy (September 21, 1552) Died: December 23, 1638 Barbara Longhi was an Italian painter born in Ravenna. She is recognized for her portraits and numerous depictions of the Madonna and Child. While much of her life remains obscure, she gained considerable respect during her lifetime. Family Background and Artistic Training Father: Luca Longhi (1507–1580), a…

4
dated works
1
chapters
1585
first work
1605
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Barbara Longhi's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

Drag or scroll to travel through time

Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Barbara Longhi's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.