Bramantino, cristo dolente. Painting, 15th century

Bramantino, also known as Bartolomeo Suardi, was an Italian painter and architect who lived and worked in Lombardy during the Renaissance. He was born in Milan in 1465 and trained under the famous painter Giovanni Bellini. Bramantino's early works were heavily influenced by Bellini's style, but he later developed his own unique style, characterised by a sense of monumentality and a strong use of perspective. He was also known for his use of rich colours and intricate detail in his paintings. Bramantino's most famous works include The Adoration of the Magi and The Virgin and Child with Saints. He also worked as an architect, designing several buildings in Milan, including the church of Santa Maria presso San Satiro. Bramantino's legacy has been overshadowed by other Renaissance artists such as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, but his contributions to the art and architecture of his time were significant.