Monday, April 20, 2020

Federico Quarenghi or Federigo Quarenghi (1858 - 1940) - Italian artist

"Letter Home" - Alpine soldiers writing letter
Federico Quarenghi or Federigo Quarenghi was born in Milan, Italy on 24th Novcmber1858.

Federico studied at the Brera Academy under Giuseppe Bertini. His style was influenced by Tranquillo Cremona, and was mainly known for his elegant portraits. He exhibited commonly at the Brera, and among his paintings are portraits of Giacobbe Colombo and of the painter Attilio Pusterla.

He died in 1940.