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Bernini sculpture, advanced, comprehensive, historical
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Module 1
Beyond Iconography: Re-evaluating the Borghese Sculptures
1
Bernini's Realistic Textures in Marble
Analyze the specific marble carving techniques Bernini developed in the Borghese sculptures to achieve unprecedented realism in textures like skin, hair, and leaves.
Bernini's Early Workshop: Structure & Finelli's Style
Define the structure of Bernini's early workshop and the specific stylistic characteristics attributed to his key assistant, Giuliano Finelli.
Bernini's Borghese Sculptures: Workshop vs. Master
Re-evaluate the Borghese sculptures through the lens of workshop practice, distinguishing Bernini's hand from that of his assistants.
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Borghese Patronage: Beyond Iconography
Situate the Borghese commissions within Scipione Borghese's broader collecting strategy and garden design, moving beyond a purely iconographic analysis.
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