orig. Jacopo da Ponte
born 0441; 1517, Bassano, republic of Venice
died Feb. 13, 1592, Bassano
Italian painter.
He was the most celebrated member of a family of artists from the small town of Bassano, near Venice, where he worked for most of his life. He trained with Bonifacio de' Pitati in Venice and was influenced by other Venetian painters. He became known for his late Renaissance-style works depicting biblical themes, lush landscapes, and rustic scenes. Four painter sons continued the Bassano workshop tradition: Francesco (154992) and Leandro (15571622), both of whom were part of the workshop's Venetian branch, Giovanni Battista (15531613), and Gerolamo (15661621). Many products of the workshop were collaborative efforts.