verrochio
Andrea del Verrocchio, born Andrea di Michele di Francesco di Cione, was an Italian sculptor, painter, goldsmith, and medallist of the Early Renaissance. He was born in Florence around 1435. Verrocchio was a highly influential artist and teacher whose workshop became a center of artistic activity, attracting many talented young artists.
His most famous pupil was Leonardo da Vinci, who apprenticed with him for many years. Other notable
As a sculptor, Verrocchio is renowned for his bronze works. His David, created for the Medici family,
In painting, Verrocchio's surviving works include the Baptism of Christ, where he is believed to have painted