Domenico Guidi: A Sculptor Shaped by Algardi and Louis XIV Domenico Guidi (1625-1701) stands as a notable figure within the Italian Baroque artistic landscape, recognized for his meticulous craftsmanship and prolific output. Born in Carrara, Italy—the birthplace of marble—Guidi’s artistic journey was profoundly influenced by his uncle, Giuliano Finelli, a sculptor celebrated for his contentious relationship with Bernini. This familial connection instilled an early appreciation for sculptural excellence and arguably steered him toward the same path of artistic ambition. Following Finelli's fo…