Antonio Manciolino
Master
Italian Renaissance fencing master and author of the earliest printed Bolognese fencing manual (1531).
Quick Facts
Date of Birth16. století
Date of Death16. století
Era16th century
Country of Origin
Italy
ItalyRank / TitleFencing Master
Active Years1531
Biography
Antonio Manciolino published the treatise Opera Nova in Venice in 1531, presenting combat techniques for side-sword, buckler, dagger, and two-handed sword.