Today marks 427 years since the birth of the famous Italian architect, sculptor, and painter Giovanni Lorenzo Bernini. He was born in Naples and spent most of his life in Rome, where he died in 1680.
Bernini is one of the leading masters of Baroque, who transitioned from Mannerism to Baroque. In his sculptures, he used marble, favoring dynamic compositions and high expression that conveyed the psychological state of the characters. At the same time, naturalism was an important component of his art.
'Painting reflects the moment, sculpture - a lasting time' - Giovanni Lorenzo Bernini
Giovanni Lorenzo Bernini, an Italian architect, sculptor, and painter known for his work in the Baroque style, which cleverly transitioned from Mannerism, was born on December 7, 1598, and left a significant mark on the history of world art.