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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