Jacopo di Arcangelo (called Jacopo del Sellaio)

Jacopo di Arcangelo, known as Jacopo del Sellaio, was a Florentine painter active between 1441 and 1493. He is best known for his altarpieces and devotional paintings, which are characterized by their meticulous detail and harmonious color palettes. Jacopo del Sellaio's works, like the "Madonna and Child" and the "Legend of St. Catherine", often depict religious narratives, blending realistic portrayals with an engaging and accessible style that was popular in the Florentine Renaissance. His paintings, typically executed in tempera on wood, are admired for their refined elegance and mastery of light and shadow.