Amedeo Preziosi

Amedeo Preziosi was a Maltese painter and traveler known for his watercolours and prints of the Balkans, Ottoman Empire, and Romania.

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Profession :

Painter

Birthday :

December 2, 1816

Death Date:

September 27, 1882

Age :

65

Amedeo Preziosi, born on 2 December 1816 and died on 27 September 1882, was a renowned Maltese painter and traveler. He was celebrated for his watercolors and prints depicting the Balkans, Ottoman Empire, and Romania, skillfully capturing the cultural traditions of these regions. Some of his most notable works include “Marketplace in Istanbul,” “View of the Bosphorus,” and “Pera in Constantinople.” Preziosi also contributed illustrations to various literary works, journals, and magazines, and was commissioned to create portraits of high-ranking individuals. His artwork can be found in prestigious museums around the world.

Besides his artistic pursuits, Preziosi participated in the 1861 expedition led by Ferdinand de Lesseps to supervise the construction of the Suez Canal, documenting the process through several pieces. Born into Maltese nobility, he was mentored by the esteemed Maltese painter Giuseppe Hyzler. After completing his education, Preziosi relocated to the Near East, which offered a more conducive environment for artists.