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Antonello da Messina: Quick Facts

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Facts

Born c.1430 • Messina • Italy
Died c.February 19, 1479 • Messina • Italy
Notable Works “Portrait of a Condottiere” • “Portrait of a Man” • “St. Jerome in His Study” • “St. Sebastian”

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