Paolo Veronese

Paolo Caliari, later known as Paolo Veronese, is born to Gabriele Caliari and Catherina Bendetta in Verona, Italy.

Paolo shows an early interest in art, influenced by his father, a stonecutter. He begins drawing and painting in his free time.

Paolo starts his apprenticeship with the painter Antonio Badile, learning the fundamentals of painting and drawing in Verona.

Paolo completes his first known artworks, small paintings and drawings, showcasing his developing talent and style.

Paolo leaves Verona to work in Mantua, where he is commissioned to paint frescoes in the Palazzo Te, expanding his exposure to different artistic styles.

Paolo returns to Verona and establishes his own workshop, where he begins to receive important commissions for altarpieces and frescoes.

Paolo marries Elena Badile, the daughter of his former master Antonio Badile, strengthening his ties to the Veronese artistic community.

Paolo receives his first major commission in Venice, painting the ceiling of the Sala dell'Albergo in the Scuola Grande di San Marco, marking his entry into the Venetian art scene.

Paolo completes one of his most famous works, 'The Feast in the House of Levi,' for the Basilica di Santi Giovanni e Paolo in Venice, a large-scale biblical scene.

Paolo is called before the Inquisition to defend the content of 'The Feast in the House of Levi,' which is criticized for including non-biblical elements. He successfully defends his work.

Paolo is commissioned to paint several large works for the Doge's Palace in Venice, including 'The Wedding at Cana' and 'The Conversion of Mary Magdalene.'

Paolo's reputation as one of the leading artists of the Venetian School is firmly established, and he receives numerous commissions from both religious and secular patrons.

Paolo teaches his children, Carlo and Virginia, the art of painting, continuing the family's artistic legacy.

Paolo completes 'The Family of Darius Before Alexander,' a grand historical painting that showcases his mastery of color and composition.

Paolo's health starts to decline, affecting his ability to work on large-scale commissions, though he continues to paint smaller works.

Paolo Veronese dies in Venice, leaving behind a legacy as one of the greatest painters of the Italian Renaissance, known for his large, vibrant historical and religious paintings.