Andrea Mantegna ( 1431 - 1506 ) was an Italian Early Renaissance painter, known for the linear sharpness and rigorous attention to detail of his art. Andrea Mantegna s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices greatly surpassing estimated prices, such as a remarkable record of 25568000 USD for DESCENT INTO LIMBO in 2003 , based on the size and medium of the artwork