Oderisius of Benevento: Sculptor of Faith and Patron of Divine Glory Robert of Caiazzo, a sculptor whose work exemplifies the stylistic trends prevalent at the time – blending Byzantine grandeur with Romanesque simplicity—served as Oderisius’s mentor. Precise information regarding Oderisius’s birth and formative years is elusive. He emerged from the noble Drengot family, tracing his lineage back to the Principality of Capua—a region steeped in Norman influence and characterized by a fervent devotion to Christianity. Evidence suggests he received training within the workshops of Robert of Cai…