Giovanni di Simone

Giovanni di Simone was an Italian painter from the late 13th and early 14th centuries. He was part of the Sienese School of art, known for its elegant, detailed style and focus on religious themes. Giovanni often worked on frescoes and painted altarpieces, blending Byzantine influences with emerging Western styles. His work is characterized by graceful figures and vibrant colors, contributing to the development of late medieval Italian painting. Although not as widely renowned as some of his contemporaries, he played a significant role in shaping Sienese art during his lifetime.