Early Life and Artistic Formation Saro Zagari, born in Rimini, Italy, in 1821, emerged from a landscape steeped in artistic tradition yet poised on the cusp of significant change. The early 19th century witnessed the waning influence of Neoclassicism alongside the burgeoning Romantic movement, creating a dynamic environment for aspiring sculptors. Zagari’s initial training under Pietro Tenerani proved pivotal. Tenerani, a prominent figure in Italian sculpture known for his refined neoclassical style, instilled in Zagari a deep appreciation for classical forms and ideals—a foundation that wou…