Santi di Tito: A Counterpoint to Mannerism Santi di Tito, born in Sansepolcro in 1536 and passing away in 1603, stands as a pivotal figure bridging the late Renaissance and the burgeoning Baroque period. While often categorized within the broader framework of Mannerism, Santi’s work represents a crucial shift – a “Counter-Mannerism” that sought to temper the stylized elegance of his predecessors with a renewed emphasis on classical form and naturalistic representation. His life was marked by a fascinating journey through artistic centers like Rome and Florence, each experience profoundly sha…