Sandro Botticelli

Born in 1445 in Florence, Italy, Sandro Botticelli apprenticed as a goldsmith before studying with Fra Filippo Lippi. He is known for a distinctive style that incorporated Neo-Platonism, as well as a great attention to decorative details. His paintings frequently had an air of sadness about them and featured a sad young girl who appeared detached from her surroundings or addressed the roles of men and women in society. At...