Sebastiano Ricci: A Venetian Master Bridging Baroque and Rococo Born in Belluno, Italy, in 1659, Sebastiano Ricci’s life was a vibrant tapestry woven across Europe – a testament to his exceptional talent and relentless pursuit of artistic recognition. Initially apprenticed to Federico Cervelli in Venice, Ricci quickly distinguished himself with a distinctive style that blended the grandeur of the Baroque with nascent Rococo influences. His early career saw him traversing Italy, from Bologna to Parma, Florence, and Rome, each location leaving its mark on his evolving technique and subject mat…