Who made “Perseus with the Head of Medusa”?

“Perseus with the Head of Medusa” was made by Benvenuto Cellini in 1545–1554. Where to see it: Loggia dei Lanzi.

What to look for

Renaissance: Gothic before it is flatter, with gold grounds and elongated figures; Baroque after it is darker, more dramatic and full of movement.

Benvenuto Cellini (3 November 1500 – 13 February 1571) was an Italian goldsmith, sculptor, and author. His best-known extant works include the Cellini Salt Cellar, the sculpture of Perseus with the Head of Medusa, and his autobiography, which has been described as "one of the most important documents of the 16th century". Wikipedia

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