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Desiderio da Settignano
Renaissance
Renaissance

Desiderio da Settignano

Born 1430 Died 1464 Works span 1450–1464

Desiderio da Settignano: A Sculptor Shaped by Florentine Tradition Desiderio da Settignano (c. 1430 – 1464) stands as a testament to the dynamism of Renaissance sculpture, particularly within the vibrant artistic milieu of Florence. Born in Settignano, nestled on the slopes overlooking Lake Como, he emerged from a family deeply rooted in stonemasonry and craftsmanship—a lineage that profoundly shaped his artistic trajectory. While bio…

12
dated works
2
chapters
1450
first work
1464
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Desiderio da Settignano's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

Drag or scroll to travel through time

Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Desiderio da Settignano's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.