Giovan Battista Gaulli began his career with influences of Van Dyck and Strozzi before, upon Bernini's suggestion, he visited Parma in 1669 and met Correggio and then moved to Rome. Gaulli is best known for his 1672 to 1685 illusionistic ceiling frescos in the Gesu in Rome which feature the magnificent 'Triumph in the Name of Jesus'. The influence of Bernini is apparent in these frescos as well as Correggio's sfumato technique. His visual blending of architecture and Quadratura proves him to be a true master of his craft.
