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Giovanni Pisano

Pulpit

In the architectural structure, hexagonal in plan, the Pistoia pulpit (1298 - 1301) does not depart from those of Nicola. The trefoil arches become more slender and, above all, figuration has absolute predominance there, with accents of agitated drama. The decorative statues and the reliefs form a single sculptural fabric, flashing with light and shadow.

How to cite

Bruno Balestrini (photograph), “Pulpit”, work by Giovanni Pisano, Gothic Sculpture, Pistoia, St. Andrew. Bruno Balestrini Photographic Archive, https://brunobalestrini.org/cita/sch00583/. Accessed [date accessed].

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