Pinturicchio

Born Bernardino di Betto in Perugia in 1454, Pinturicchio earned his memorable nickname, meaning "little painter," due to his small stature—a name he proudly used to sign his artworks. His early training likely involved local Perugian painters, and he is believed to have worked as an assistant to the renowned Perugino. The Perugian Renaissance school, with artists like Perugino, Pinturicchio, and even a young Raphael, often produced works so similar that distinguishing them…