Bernardo Ferrari: A Genoese Master of the Baroque Bernardo Ferrari (1598-1669) stands as a pivotal figure in the vibrant artistic landscape of 17th-century Genoa, a city renowned for its distinctive brand of Baroque painting. Born into a family of means in Genoa, he initially pursued studies in literature before recognizing his true calling lay within the realm of art. His journey began under the tutelage of Bernardo Castello and later, the influential Bernardo Strozzi, absorbing techniques and stylistic nuances that would shape his unique artistic voice. Ferrari’s training wasn't merely aca…