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A Sculptor of Whimsy: The Life and Art of Valerio Cioli Valerio Cioli, a name perhaps less celebrated than his Renaissance contemporaries yet profoundly influential in the development of Florentine sculpture, flourished during the latter half of the 16th century. Born in Florence in 1529 and passing away in 1599, Cioli’s career unfolded against a backdrop of artistic innovation and the powerful patronage of the Medici court. While det…
The Lifeline
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Chapters — Career Periods
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Thumbnails — Dated Works
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Colour Band — Movement Drift
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