Antonio Beccadelli

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1394 – 1471

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Who was Antonio Beccadelli?

Antonio Beccadelli, called Il Panormita, was an Italian poet, canon lawyer, scholar, diplomat, and chronicler. He generally wrote in Latin. Born at Palermo, he was the eldest son of the merchant Enrico di Vannino Beccadelli, who had played an active role in Sicilian politics, serving as Praetor of Palermo in 1393.

He helped his father with his business until he became consumed with enthusiasm for humanistic studies.

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Born
1394
Palermo
Nationality
  • Italy
Profession
Died
Jan 19, 1471
Naples

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on July 23, 2013

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