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| Cosmè Tura (c. 1430–1495) | ||||||||||
| Cosimo Tura, born Cosimo di Domenico di Bonaventura, more commonly known as Cosmè, was an Italian painter of the early Renaissance, born in Ferrara, Italy, and a central figure in the Ferrara school whose work bridged Gothic and Renaissance styles. Though details of his early life are scarce, he likely trained locally and thrived under the patronage of the Este family, producing commissions that showcased his flair for elaborate decoration, intricate architectural elements, and stylised figures, with art defined by angular forms, metallic surfaces, and a haunting emotional intensity. His paintings often include symbolism and allegory, giving them layered visual and spiritual meaning. While his influence waned in later centuries, modern scholarship recognises him as a pivotal link between the International Gothic and early Renaissance in Northern Italy, combining ornate formalism with emerging naturalism. Tura died in Ferrara. | ||||||||||
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