Gianlorenzo Bernini

Italian Baroque sculptor and architect

Gianlorenzo Bernini was an Italian artist and architect of the Baroque period. He was born on November 7, 1598, in Naples, Italy, and died on March 28, 1680, in Rome. Bernini was known for his sculptures, fountains, and architectural designs. He was also a skilled painter and painter of altarpieces. Bernini was a prominent figure in the Catholic Church and designed several famous churches, including St. Peter's Basil...