Giovanni Duprè

Italian sculptor and educator

Giovanni Duprè - Italian sculptor and educator
Born

March 1st, 1817
208 years ago

Died

1882
143 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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An influential sculptor and educator, recognized for exceptional works in marble and bronze. Focused primarily on classical and religious themes, produced high-profile pieces, including the statues in the Cathedral of Florence. Contributed to academic circles by teaching at the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence.

Created 'The Martyrdom of Saint James'

Executed the monument to Vittorio Alfieri

Sculpted 'Dante Alighieri' for the Piazza Santa Croce

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