Leonardo Parasole
Leonardo Parasole (c. 1570–1612) was an Italian engraver on wood of the late-Mannerist and early-Baroque periods. He was born and remained in Rome throughout his life.
Also recorded as Leonardo Norsino
Leonardo Parasole
- Name
- Leonardo Parasole
- Born
- c. 1570–1612
- Birthplace
- Rome, Italy
- Spouse
- Geronima Parasole
- Occupation
- printmaker · publisher · wood engraver · illustrator
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Biography
Biography
Parasole designed cuts for the Herbal book written by Castore Durante, physician to Pope Sixtus V. He also engraved the wood-cuts to a Testamentum novnm, arabice et latine and several prints from the designs of Antonio Tempesta, including an Annunciation.
Key facts
Key facts
• Name — Leonardo Parasole • Born — c. 1570–1612 • Birthplace — Rome, Italy • Spouse — Geronima Parasole • Children — Bernardino Parasole
Personal life
Personal life
Parasole married the engraver Geronima Cagnaccia Parasole. Their son, Bernardino Parasole, was also an engraver and painter.
Identity
Identity
Leonardo Parasole is recorded with the occupation scientific illustrator. Recorded with the occupation wood engraver. Recorded as printmaker, publisher, wood engraver and illustrator.
Life and career
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Life and career
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1560
Leonardo Parasole was born on 1 January 1560.
1612
Leonardo Parasole died on 1 January 1630.
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