Donatello (1386–1466)

Who is Donatello? Donatello (1386-1466) was born as Donato di Niccoló di Betto Bardi in Florence. He received his training in the workshop of a goldsmith and was also trained by Lorenzo Ghiberti. He was a sculptor who worked with various different materials, including bronze, clay, stone, stucco, wax, and wood, and he created both self-standing sculptures and reliefs. After Michelangelo, many consider him to the best sculptor ever. Donatello’s most well-known work is the sculpture of David, which can now be found in the Bargello Museum. During his life he worked and lived in Florence, Rome, Padua, and Siena.

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Blogs about Works of Donatello

David (c. 1425-1455)

Judith and Holofernes (1457-1464)