Francesco Melzi

Francesco Melzi (1491–1570) was a distinguished painter of the Italian Renaissance and the most devoted pupil and heir of Leonardo da Vinci. Born into a noble Milanese family, Melzi accompanied Leonardo in his later years, including his time in France, and inherited his master’s manuscripts, drawings, and artistic legacy.

Melzi’s surviving works, though few, reveal his deep assimilation of Leonardo’s techniques — the use of sfumato, harmonious composition, and refined naturalism. His most recognized painting, the Flora (Gemäldegalerie, Berlin), embodies Leonardo’s influence while showing Melzi’s own graceful and poetic touch. Beyond painting, Melzi played a crucial role in preserving and transmitting Leonardo’s notebooks and ideas to future generations.

At Blue Surf Art, we offer museum-quality, hand-painted oil on canvas reproductions of Francesco Melzi’s rare masterpieces. Each reproduction is crafted with meticulous care to capture the delicacy, luminosity, and Leonardesque refinement of the originals. Perfect for collectors, Renaissance enthusiasts, or interiors seeking subtle elegance, our reproductions bring the artistry of Francesco Melzi and Leonardo’s circle into your home, with worldwide shipping.