The Sculptor of Turin’s Royal Legacy Filippo Collino, born in the vibrant Italian city of Turin in 1737, remains a profound testament to the enduring power of Baroque artistry under the prestigious patronage of the House of Savoy. His life and career unfolded during a period of significant cultural flourishing under the reign of Carlo Emanuele III, an era that would shape his creative identity and cement his reputation among the most celebrated sculptors of his time. While the archival records of the eighteenth century often leave biographical details sparse, the physical presence of his wor…