Alfredo Biagini: A Sculptor Rooted in Animalier and Roman Tradition Alfredo Biagini (1886 – 1952) occupies a distinguished position within the landscape of Italian sculpture at the dawn of the twentieth century, primarily recognized for his distinctive artistic vision centered on animal representation—the animalier style—and his profound connection to the enduring traditions of Rome. Born in Rome into a family steeped in artisanal craftsmanship—specifically goldsmithing—Biagini’s formative years were characterized by rigorous academic training at the Academy of Fine Arts, where he cultivated…