Gian Lorenzo Bernini
The leading sculptor of the Baroque period, he was also a prominent architect, known for his dynamic and emotional works like 'Ecstasy of Saint Teresa'.
Quotes by Gian Lorenzo Bernini
What is the use of a beautiful statue if it is not placed in a beautiful setting?
The sculptor must make the stone speak.
One must have the courage to make mistakes.
The greatest difficulty is to make the marble appear soft.
I have never made a statue that did not cost me a great deal of effort.
The most beautiful thing in the world is a beautiful woman.
The true artist is one who can make a work of art that is both beautiful and useful.
Architecture is the mother of all arts.
The sculptor must be a poet, a painter, and an architect.
I am a servant of God and of the Pope.
The artist must be a man of faith.
I have always tried to serve God with my art.
The artist must be a man of passion.
I have always tried to express the emotions of the soul in my works.
The artist must be a man of imagination.
I have always tried to create works that are both beautiful and meaningful.
The artist must be a man of courage.
I have always tried to push the boundaries of art.
The artist must be a man of vision.
I have always tried to create works that are both innovative and timeless.