Giovanni Battista Salvi da Sas

Giovanni Battista Salvi da Sassoferrato, born on August 25, 1609, in Sassoferrato, Italy, and died on August 8, 1685, was an Italian Baroque painter known for his archaizing commitment to Raphael's style. He is often referred to only by the name of his birthplace, Sassoferrato. His works are celebrated for their smoothly rendered and idealized devotional images of Catholic themes, reflecting his deep appreciation for classical Italian aesthetics. Sassoferrato's career was marked by his ability to capture the essence of religious devotion, making him a significant figure in Italian Baroque painting.