Donatello
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Donatello Net Worth

Donatello was a renowned sculptor from Florence, Italy, born in 1386. He was a major contributor to the Italian Renaissance, and his works were renowned for their emotion and innovation. From an early age, Donatello showed a passion for art and sculpture, and he apprenticed to learn the nuances of the field. He received commissions for his work early on, and his most famous work was a bronze statue of David, which was the first sculpture to stand independently. Donatello's works were a stark contrast to those of his predecessors, and he infused emotions into his sculptures, depicting feelings of suffering, joy, sorrow, and happiness.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Sculptor
Birth Year 1386
Birth Place Florence, Italian
Age 633 YEARS OLD
Died On 13 December 1466 (aged 79 or 80)\nFlorence, Italy
Education Lorenzo Ghiberti
Known for Sculpture
Notable work St. George, David, Equestrian Monument of Gattamelata
Movement Early Renaissance

💰 Net worth: $4 Million (2024)

Donatello, a renowned sculptor from Italy, is expected to possess a net worth of approximately $4 million by the year 2024. Throughout history, Donatello has been recognized for his exceptional artistic talent and his significant contributions to the field of sculpture. His masterpieces have captured the hearts of art enthusiasts and continue to inspire generations. His intricate craftsmanship and innovative techniques have earned him immense recognition and acclaim. Donatello's work has immortalized him as one of the most esteemed sculptors in Italian history.

Biography/Timeline

2015

Some have perceived the David as having homo-erotic qualities, and have argued that this reflected the artist's own orientation. The Historian Paul Strathern makes the claim that Donatello made no secret of his homosexuality, and that his behaviour was tolerated by his friends. The main evidence comes from anecdotes by Angelo Poliziano in his "Detti piacevoli". This may not be surprising in the context of attitudes prevailing in the 15th- and 16th-century Florentine republic. However, little detail is known with certainty about his private life, and no mention of his sexuality has been found in the Florentine archives (in terms of denunciations) albeit which during this period are incomplete. Actual details of Donatello's relationships therefore remain speculative.

2016

Donatello is portrayed by Ben Starr in the 2016 television series Medici: Masters of Florence. Donatello in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is named after him. The Donatello Multi-Purpose Logistics Module (MPLM) built by the Italian Space Agency, was one of three MPLMs operated by NASA to transfer supplies and equipment to and from the International Space Station. The others were named Leonardo and Raffaello.

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