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Donatello
early life and career donato di niccolò di betto bardi, known as donatello, was born in florence, italy around 1386. he studied classical sculpture, which heavily influenced his development of an early renaissance style. this new approach to art and culture would eventually become the hallmark of the florentine renaissance. key works and innovations donatello's most famous work, david, was the first freestanding nude male sculpture sinc
e antiquity. commissioned by the medici family, it showcased his innovative style and technical expertise. other notable works include: st. louis of toulouse (now in the museum of the basilica di santa croce), which featured a classical frame designed by donatello. the sacrifice of isaac, created for the campanile of santa maria del fiore in florence, characterized by strong portrait details. crucifix (1425) for santa croce, which por…
