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Constantino Brumidi

1805–1880Rome, ItalyFirst-generation immigrantHistoric
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Why Included

The Michelangelo of the Capitol

Biography

The Michelangelo of the Capitol; painted the Apotheosis of Washington in the Capitol dome; spent 25 years decorating the Capitol. Painted the Apotheosis of Washington in the Capitol Rotunda dome; spent 25 years on Capitol artwork

Notable For

  • The Michelangelo of the Capitol
  • painted the Apotheosis of Washington in the Capitol dome
  • spent 25 years decorating the Capitol

Honors & Recognition

  • Painted the Apotheosis of Washington in the Capitol Rotunda dome
  • spent 25 years on Capitol artwork
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Quick Facts

Field
Arts & Literature
Specialty
Visual Arts/Painting
Years
1805–1880
Birth Place
Rome, Italy
Origin
First-generation immigrant
Regional Ancestry
Lazio
Ancestry Verification
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