Vincenzo Foppa

Vincenzo Foppa
Virgin of the Book c. 1475, Milan
Born
Vincenzo Foppa

c. 1427–1430
Diedc. 1515–1516 (aged 84–89)
NationalityItalian
Notable workCrucifixion
Portinari Chapel
The Young Cicero Reading
Adoration of the Kings
MovementItalian Renaissance

Vincenzo Foppa (c. 1427–1430c. 1515–1516) was an Italian painter from the Renaissance period. While few of his works survive, he was an esteemed and influential painter during his time and is considered the preeminent leader of the Early Lombard School. He spent his career working for the Sforza family, Dukes of Milan, in Pavia, as well as various other patrons throughout Lombardy and Liguria. He lived and worked in his native Brescia during his later years.