Giuseppe Maria Longhi: A Milanese Master of Neo-Classical Portraiture Giuseppe Maria Longhi, born in Monza in 1766 and tragically passing away in Milan in 1831, stands as a pivotal figure within the vibrant artistic landscape of early 19th-century Italy. More than simply a painter, he was a meticulous craftsman, an astute observer of human nature, and a skilled engraver whose work continues to resonate with a quiet elegance. His legac…