How seventeenth-century sculptors sketched their grand visions in clay
In short: This video explores the essential role of preliminary models in Seicento Rome. Discover how artists like Bernini used clay to sketch designs before committing to full-scale stone or marble masterpieces.
In seventeenth-century Rome, sculptors utilized various stages of clay modeling, ranging from small bozzetti to larger modelli. These preliminary works served as essential sketches for their final compositions. However, the process was rarely solitary; artists often relied on the craftsmanship of assistants or even the works of other artists to realize their full-scale sculptures.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: Tarracotta in Seicento Rome: Bozzetti, Modelli, Models, and Copies
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