Giovanni Bon: A Venetian Sculptor Shaping the Early Renaissance Giovanni Bon (c. 1380 – 1442) stands as a pivotal figure in Venetian sculpture during the burgeoning Early Renaissance, primarily recognized for his monumental works adorning the Doge’s Palace and contributing significantly to the artistic landscape of his era. Born in Campione d'Italia—a strategically important enclave within Switzerland—Bon’s formative years were steeped in the Gothic tradition prevalent throughout Lombardy, a heritage that would subtly inform his stylistic choices as he transitioned into the humanist ideals c…