Giambologna (Douai, 1529 – Firenze, 1608) cerchia

"Saint Peter" Circle of Jean de Boulogne known as Giambologna (Douai, 1529 – Florence, 1608) Bronze and terracotta sculpture Period: Second half of the 16th century H. 85 x W. 35 x D. 30 (cm) Excellent condition A rare late-Renaissance bronze sculpture, entirely modeled and finished in patinated terracotta. It depicts a strongly hieratic image of Saint Peter standing and worked in the round with impressive realism. The Author creates a work of extreme artistic level, managing to highlight a perfect combination of great strength and unsurpassed stylistic elegance. The dark and severe face of the Saint touches the highest points of sculptural art and stands out decisively from the infinite folds of his robes, which amaze with their lightness and the finest movement. The work, which embodies all the characteristics of the most representative Mannerist sculpture, is close to the excellent production of the famous Flemish sculptor Jean de Boulogne, Italianized in "Giambologna" (Douai, 1529 – Florence, 1608) and was certainly created by an Artist from his circle. The sculpture, missing its right arm, is in very good condition with a solid structure thanks to its bronze parts. Giambologna, pseudonym of Jean de Boulogne, (Douai, 1529 – Florence, August 13, 1608) was a Flemish sculptor active in particular in Florence. Born in Flanders (now in France) in 1529, he arrived in Rome at a very young age, in 1550, to study ancient statues and the works of modern artists of the time, in particular those of Michelangelo. Giambologna remained in Rome for only a couple of years, spending much of his time practicing by creating numerous terracotta and wax models, always maintaining in his language the relationship with the great Florentine Master. He may never have met Michelangelo in person, but his art impressed him to such an extent that he pushed him to emulation and later to surpass his models. The immense art of Buonarroti was always the term of comparison with which to measure himself, but without limiting himself to passive imitation. In his works there is a strong propensity to the dynamism of the figures of clear Michelangelo inspiration, but Giambologna became the most important Mannerist sculptor in Florence for the originality of his production, made of marble statues and bronzes of large and small dimensions. His works won over the taste and appreciation of demanding clients and great connoisseurs, such as those gathered around the Florentine Medici court. Certificate of authenticity according to law. Delivery to your home within 3 working days of receiving a deposit payment. Negotiable price and personalized payments. WORK OF EXCEPTIONAL LEVEL