Giacomo Serpotta: The Sicilian Meteor Rudolf Wittkower famously described Giacomo Serpotta as a “meteor in the sicilian sky,” encapsulating his singular artistic trajectory and impact on Baroque sculpture. Born in Palermo in 1656, Serpotta emerged from a provincial artistic landscape—a stark contrast to the grandeur of Rome—yet swiftly ascended to prominence through sheer talent and an unparalleled mastery of stucco decoration. His ca…