Lorenzo Ghiberti’s bronze statue of Saint John the Baptist. 
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Lorenzo Ghiberti’s bronze statue of Saint John the Baptist. 

Lorenzo Ghiberti’s bronze statue of Saint John the Baptist. 

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  • This monumental sculpture was created between 1412 and 1416 for a niche on the exterior of the Orsanmichele in Florence, Italy.

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  • It was the first large-scale bronze sculpture cast in Florence and a significant technical achievement for its time, cast in a single piece.

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  • The statue is known for its intricate details and the elegant, flowing drapery, characteristic of the International Gothic style prevalent during its creation.

  • The original statue has since been moved indoors to a museum, with a copy replacing it on the Orsanmichele façade.