Bartolomeo Bimbi: Florentine Still Life Master Bartolomeo Bimbi (1648 – 1730) stands as a singular figure in the artistic landscape of Florence during the Baroque era, primarily recognized for his exquisite depictions of flora and fauna—particularly fruits and citrus—that graced the opulent villas of the Medici family. While he possessed considerable talent in portraiture, Bimbi’s legacy rests firmly upon his mastery of botanical pain…