Dolce, Carlo

( dol'chai,) a Florentine artist, B. 1616, especially excelled in portraits. Amongst his other eminent works may be mentioned: Jesus Christ in the Garden of Olives; Herodias carrying the head of John the Baptist; a Saint Cecilia: Jesus Christ ble ing the bread; and Virgin nursing Jesus. He was distinguished by a softne of touch to which he probably owes his name. D. 1686.