Lorenzo Maitani: Architect of Orvieto’s Glory Lorenzo Maitani (c. 1275–1330) stands as a pivotal figure in Italian Renaissance art and architecture, primarily recognized for his transformative role in shaping the façade of Orvieto Cathedral – a project that cemented his legacy as one of the era's foremost builders and sculptors. Born in Siena around 1275, Maitani’s artistic journey began amidst the burgeoning Gothic traditions of Tusc…