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Arnolfo di Cambio

Type Figure Region Italy Time c. 1240–1300 Also known as Arnolfo di Cambio、Arnolfo di Lapo

Arnolfo di Cambio (c. 1240–c. 1300/1310) was an Italian sculptor and architect active in Rome and Florence, who oversaw the design of Florence Cathed…

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  1. c. 1240–1270Colle di Val d'Elsa · Province of SienaBorn in Tuscany, Arnolfo studied sculpture under Nicola Pisano's influence and worked on church and public building decorations in Siena, Perugia, and elsewhere, gradually establishing his reputation as architect and sculptor.
  2. 1270–1296Rome · RomeArnolfo worked for the papacy in Rome, took part in early reconstruction plans for St. Peter's Basilica, and completed sculptures for several papal tombs and the base of the Capitoline obelisk, introducing classical elements into a Gothic architectural context.
  3. 1296–1300Florence · FlorenceIn 1296 Arnolfo was commissioned to design the new Florence Cathedral, using a Gothic facade and grand scale that established the city's landmark; he also took part in designing the Palazzo Vecchio, profoundly influencing later Renaissance architecture.

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