Woodland Scene with Light Sketch of a Madonna and Child

Girolamo Muziano was an Italian painter and architect, born in 1532 in Acquafredda, near Brescia, Italy. He is known for his religious paintings and frescoes, as well as his architectural designs. Muziano began his career as a painter in Rome, where he studied under the famous artist Daniele da Volterra. He quickly gained recognition for his talent and was commissioned to paint several important works for the Vatican, including frescoes in the Sala Regia and the Sala dei Capitani. As well as painting, Muziano was also an accomplished architect. He designed several buildings in Rome, including the church of Santa Maria degli Angeli and the Palazzo dei Conservatori on the Capitoline Hill. Muziano's style is characterised by realism and attention to detail. His paintings often feature dramatic lighting and vibrant colours, and he was renowned for his ability to capture the emotions of his subjects. Muziano died in Rome in 1592, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most talented painters and architects of the Renaissance.