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10 World Renowned Sculptors and Their Greatest Works

Some of the Greatest Sculptors in History and Their Works

Gian Lorenzo Bernini (1598-1680) and Ecstasy of Saint Teresa (1652) Alvesgaspar/ Wikimedia Commons (right) Baroque art, architecture, and sculpture are all characterized by an abundance of detail, richness of forms and ornateness, and Bernini’s sculptures encompass all these characteristics, just look

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Astounding! Look at the Detail in These Sculptures

Incredible! It Takes a Master to Sculpt Such Realistic Art

Close-Up of The Rape of Prosperina, Gian Lorenzo Bernini This large Baroque marble sculpture was created by Gian Lorenzo Bernini between 1621 and 1622. Bernini was only 23 years old at its completion.

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Here Are Some Artists That Spent Their Lives Competing

These Artists All Engaged in Some Really Fierce Rivalries

Francesco Borromini and Gianlorenzo Bernini (Left: Francesco Borromini, By Anonymous, Wikimedia Commons / Right: Gianlorenzo Bernini, By Sailko, Wikimedia Commons ) Here are two more creators from the Renaissance era that fought fiercely.

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A Deep Dive into Trevi Fountain’s 2,000-Year History

It began when in 1629, Pope Urban VIII decided to commission his favorite architect Gian Lorenzo Bernini to expand the existing fountain in Piazza di Trevi. Bernini sketched out a two-tiered structure, but then the pope passed away, and the project was shelved for a hundred years.

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The World's Biggest Churches and Cathedrals.

6 of the Amazing Architectural Wonders of the Christian World

It was designed by the likes of Donato Bramante, Michelangelo and Gian Lorenzo Bernini. It took over 100 years to complete, from 1506 to 1626, and its full interior size is 15,160 square meters (about 3.75 acres).

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Comparing Two Classic Sculptures of David

David vs. David: Comparing Two Classic Sculptures

The renowned sculptor Gian Lorenzo Bernini created ' David ' out of marble and it is currently housed in the Borghese Gallery in Rome. This work of art is a representation of the Italian sculpture style of the 17th century.

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These Large Churches Are Wonders of Architecture

Towering Architectural Marvels: World's Largest Churches!

Peter's Basilica is adorned with masterpieces such as Michelangelo's Pieta and Bernini's Baldacchino. Spanning an interior area of 15,160 square meters (163,181 square feet), the basilica can host approximately 60,000 standing visitors. 2.

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These 9 Ancient Churches Are Almost As Old as Time

These Majestic Churches are Some of the World’s OLDEST

Peter’s basilica is also home to many artistic masterpieces by artists of the caliber of Michelangelo and Gianlorenzo Bernini, among others. It’s no wonder then that this magnificent church gets as many as 10 million visitors per year. 3.

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These Artists Are Taking Glass-Making to a Whole New Level

Just like Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s marble flesh, it miraculously embodies its opposite. It’s tender until touched. Audi’s spectacular glasswork seems especially liquid.

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10 Beautiful Examples of Renaissance Architecture

10 Stunning Renaissance Buildings That Survive to This Day

Image Source: Nan Palmero/ Flickr The church was designed by such famed architects and artists as Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Donato Bramante, and Carlo Maderno. The famous dome of the building was designed by Michelangelo himself, and it remains the tallest dome in the world to this day.