Salvatore Cardelli: Bridging Enlightenment and Romanticism in Marble Born in Rome in 1760, Salvatore Cardelli’s life and career unfolded against the backdrop of a pivotal transition in European art – the waning influence of the Enlightenment giving way to the burgeoning spirit of Romanticism. Initially trained in the classical traditions of Roman sculpture, Cardelli ultimately carved out a unique space for himself, becoming a significant figure in 18th and early 19th-century Italian art, particularly renowned for his contributions to architecture and decorative arts. His work stands as a fas…