Philotheos Skoufos
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Philotheos Skoufos Greek: Φιλόθεος Σκούφος also known as Filotheos Skoufos. Philotheos was a Greek painter, educator and clergyman during the 17th century. He collaborated with Emmanuel Tzanes on several pieces while he was in Corfu. Philotheos was a member of the Cretan School and Heptanese School. His work was influenced by the Venetian school. He was briefly affiliated with the famous Greek church in Venice San Giorgio dei Greci. Emmanuel Tzanes and Konstantinos Tzanes were also in Venice around the same period and affiliated with San Giorgio dei Greci. He was the priest who presided over famous painter Ioannis Moskos's wedding. Philotheos was active on the Ionian Island while Theodore Poulakis and Elias Moskos also had active workshops. Skoufos most popular works were the Stoning of St Stephen and the Virgin in the Temple.[1][2]
Philotheos Skoufos | |
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Born | 1615-1625 Chania, Crete |
Died | 1685 Zakynthos |
Nationality | Greek |
Movement | Cretan School, Heptanese School |
Occupation(s) | Painter, Monk |
Years active | 1640-1685 |
Era | 17th Century |
Style | Maniera Greca |