Gian Lorenzo Bernini

About the Artist

Gian Lorenzo Bernini, born in 1598 and died in 1680, was a leading artist of the Baroque era. Active mainly in Rome, Italy, he left behind outstanding achievements in both sculpture and architecture. Bernini's artistic world is marked by vivid, lifelike form, emotion, and dramatic lighting effects. One of his signature works, 'The Dance of Angels,' shows the essence of his artistry with great skill. Bernini led the essence of Baroque art, exerting a major influence on later generations.