Giuseppe Antonio Torricelli: Florentine Sculptor of Baroque Splendor Giuseppe Antonio Torricelli (1662–1719) stands as a pivotal figure in the artistic landscape of Florence during the Baroque era, renowned for his exceptional skill in sculpting and gem-engraving. Born into a family steeped in craftsmanship, he initially honed his talents under the tutelage of Gaetano Giulio Zumbo, establishing himself as a protégé within the esteemed Florentine atelier. His formative years coincided with Giovanni Battista Foggini’s leadership as sculptor of the duchy, shaping Torricelli's artistic sensibili…