Carlo Monaldi: Sculptor of Faith and Baroque Elegance Carlo Monaldi (1691-1760) stands as a pivotal figure in Italian Baroque sculpture, embodying the artistic fervor and intellectual currents of his era. Born in Rome during a period marked by papal patronage and religious revival, Monaldi’s life was inextricably linked to the Academy of Portugal in Rome—a prestigious institution that nurtured talent and fostered artistic innovation.…