... led him on the road to success. Around 1595, Caravaggio started selling his paintings through a dealer and soon caught the attention of influential figures in the art world like Cardinal Francesco de Monte. Monte invited the painter to stay in his courtyard, which proved to be a major step in his success. Caravaggio became known for his remarkable speed (often completing a painting ... ...

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