Madonna
Italian painter born in 1956 in Villafranca di Verona , Madonna is a key figure in the contemporary art scene. A passionate autodidact, accomplished madonnaro and inspired interpreter of the great classical masters, he embodies a living bridge between Baroque art, Italian religious tradition and a bold modern aesthetic.
The Basket- Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio (2008), Madonna, Painting, 59x71 cm
A unique style between tradition and modernity
Trained in part at the Liceo Artistico in Rome, Madoner developed a personal approach early on that combines technical mastery and pictorial emotion. His unique style is distinguished by powerful reinterpretations of classical works, such as his contemporary vision of The Massacre of the Innocents or Guido Reni's Aurora . Playing on chromatic richness and a sense of realistic detail, he also revisits masterpieces such as Caravagge's The Basket (2008), breathing new life into these iconic compositions. Inspired by Christian tradition and mythological figures, he adopts a narrative and spiritual approach that transcends time. Through this duality between tradition and modernity, his works express the tension between beauty and fragility, the sacred and the everyday, thus offering the viewer an aesthetic experience that is both profound and timeless.
L'aurora by Guido Reni, Madonna, Painting, 80x120 cm
Recognition in Italy and internationally
Madoner has exhibited in numerous group exhibitions in Italy (Silea, Treviso, Meolo, Torreglia, etc.) and abroad, notably in Sweden . He has received several awards and distinctions , and his works are now featured in private, public, and religious collections .
He is also a member of CCAM (Artisti Madonnari) , and regularly participates in the prestigious Rassegna Internazionale di Maestri Madonnari in Curtatone, a benchmark event for religious street art.
Slaughter innocent - Guido Reni (2004), Madonna, Painting, 120x90 cm
Madonna, an artistic signature to follow
Madoner has established himself as a trusted name in the contemporary art landscape, enjoying established recognition. His name appears in Arte Moderna - l'Arte Contemporanea dal secondo dopoguerra ad oggi , a reference work edited by Giorgio Mondadori. His work, rooted in art history, transcends eras by engaging with the sensibilities of today's public. Between limited editions and unique pieces, his works appeal to collectors as well as lovers of sacred art or figurative painting. Driven by a rapidly expanding career and growing international recognition, Madoner has established himself as an essential signature for those seeking artistic expression that is both timeless and contemporary.
FAQ – Madonna, Italian painter
Who is Madonna?
Madoner is an Italian painter born in 1956, known for his works inspired by classical painting and his work as a madonnaro.
Why buy a work by Madonna?
His works combine tradition and modernity, are present in private and public collections, and are gaining artistic value.
What style of art does Madonna practice?
He paints in a figurative style inspired by the Baroque and the Renaissance, which he revisits with a contemporary and expressive touch.
Nicolas Sarazin
| ArtMajeur Magazine
