ムードを選ぶだけで、空間がそれに応えます。光は冷たさや温もりを帯び、空気の流れが変わり、その感情を宿した作品だけが暗闇の中から浮かび上がります。それ以外のすべては、影の中へと退いていくのです。
A Bolognese Master of Baroque Sensibility Giuseppe Maria Mazza, born in Bologna in 1653 and passing in the same city in 1741, stands as a pivotal figure in Italian sculpture. Though initially steeped in the traditions of painting, it was through his masterful handling of terracotta and stucco that he secured lasting renown. He wasn’t merely a sculptor; he was a storyteller in three dimensions, weaving narratives of religious fervor, my
thological drama, and secular grace into forms that captivated both private collectors and ecclesiastical patrons. His story is one of artistic evolution, familial influence, and the blossoming of a unique style that bridged the High Baroque with the emerging sensibilities of the 18th century. Formative Years and Artistic Lineage Mazza’s artistic journey began within a family already deeply rooted in the world of art. His father, Cam…