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The Sculpture by Andrea Pisano is a remarkable work of art that showcases the artist's exceptional skill and craftsmanship. Created in 1336, this marble sculpture is a testament to the artistic genius of Andrea Pisano, a renowned Italian sculptor, architect, and goldsmith. The Sculpture is housed at the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo in Florence, Italy, a museum that boasts an impressive collection of artworks from the Florence Cathedral, the Baptistery, and the Bell Tower.

The Artistic Vision

The Sculpture depicts a seated figure engaged in manual work or craft, exuding a sense of serenity and focus. The figure is rendered with exquisite detail, showcasing Andrea Pisano's mastery of marble carving. The sculpture's weathered appearance, with visible signs of age and exposure to the elements, only adds to its charm and historical significance. As seen in other works by Andrea Pisano, such as Work of the Ancestors and Riding, available on ArtsDot.com, this sculpture demonstrates the artist's ability to balance realism with elegance. Key Features of the Sculpture include:
  • Exceptional marble carving skills
  • Intricate details and textures
  • Weathered appearance, adding to its historical significance
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The Sculpture by Andrea Pisano is a must-see for art enthusiasts and historians alike, offering a glimpse into the artistic and cultural heritage of Florence, Italy. With its stunning detail and historical significance, this sculpture is a true masterpiece of Renaissance art. As seen in other notable works, such as Pietà by Michelangelo Buonarroti, available on ArtsDot.com, the Sculpture by Andrea Pisano is a testament to the enduring power of art to inspire and captivate audiences.
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Andrea Pisano

Andrea Pisano also known as Andrea da Pontedera, was an Italian sculptor and architect.
Pisano first learned the trade of a goldsmith. Pisano then became a pupil of Mino di Giovanni, about 1300, and worked with him on the sculpture for S. Maria della Spina at Pisa and elsewhere. He made his chief works in Florence, and the formation of his mature style was due rather to Giotto di Bondone than to his earlier master. Of the three world-famed bronze doors of the Baptistery in Florence, the earliest one on the south side was Pisano's work; he started it in 1330 and finished in 1336. It consists of a number of small quatrefoil panels, the lower eight containing single figures of the Virtues, and the rest scenes from the life of John the Baptist.
Andrea Pisano, while living in Florence, also produced many important works of marble sculpture, all of which strongly show Giotto's influence. In 1340 he succeeded Giotto as Master of the Works of Florence Cathedral. There he produced a series of reliefs, possibly designed by his former teacher, including the double band of panel-reliefs which Pisano executed for the great campanile. The subjects of these are the Four Great Prophets, the Seven Virtues, the Seven Sacraments, the Seven Works of Mercy and the Seven Planets. The duomo contains the chief of Pisano's other Florentine works in marble. In 1347 he became Master of the Works at Orvieto Cathedral, which had already been designed and begun by Lorenzo Maitani. These and the aforementioned doors are Pisano's only known works. Pisano also contributed to freeing modern art from Byzantine influence. He died in 1348.
Andrea Pisano had two sons, Nino and Tommaso. Both sons eventually succeeded him as Master of the Works at Orvieto Cathedral.
Giorgio Vasari includes a biography of Andrea Pisano in his Lives.
Pisano's chief pupil was Andrea di Cione, better known as Andrea Orcagna. Another pupil, Giovanni di Balduccio, executed the shrine of Sant'Eustorgio at Milan.

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