Juan de Juni: A Sculptor Steeped in Faith and Byzantine Tradition Juan de Juni (1506 – 1577) stands as a pivotal figure in Spanish Renaissance sculpture, particularly renowned for his masterful integration of Byzantine artistic influences into the austere grandeur of Castile. Born in Loigny-en-Bray, France, he embarked on an artistic journey that propelled him from provincial obscurity to international acclaim, establishing him as one of the foremost sculptors of his era. His distinctive style—characterized by profound emotional depth and meticulous detail—continues to captivate scholars and…