Francesco di Valdambrino: The Sculptor of Tuscan Emotion The 14th century in Tuscany was a crucible of artistic innovation, a period where the echoes of Roman grandeur mingled with burgeoning Renaissance ideals. Amidst this vibrant scene emerged Francesco di Valdambrino (c. 1375 – 1435), a sculptor whose work stands as a testament to the emotional depth and expressive power achievable in wood. Often overshadowed by his more celebrated…