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Domingos da Cunha

Domingos da Cunha was born in 1598 at Lisbon. Cunha died in 1644. Domingos da Cunha was recorded as painter.

Domingos da Cunha

Saint Francis Borgia (yes, from that sainted family!) trying his best to interest Goth-leaning juveniles in his all-male outfit, the Society of Jesus. Portrait of Saint Francis Borgia (ca. 1630) by Portuguese artist Domingos da Cunha (nicknamed "O Cabrinha", ca. 1598-1644). In the collection of Museu de São Roque , Lisbon. Captured at an extreme angle from the right.

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Born
1598. · Lisbon.
Died
1644.
Nationality
["Kingdom of Portugal"].
Occupation
["painter"].
Languages
["Portuguese"].

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Notes, references and evidence

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