About
Italian goldsmith and sculptor who was one of the most important artists of Mannerism. He sculpted Perseus with the Head of Medusa.
Before Fame
He lived in Siena for six months where he worked for a goldsmith named Fracastoro.
Trivia
He was accused of sodomy with both men and women, illustrating his bisexual tendencies.
Family Life
He married the servant Piera Parigi in 1562 and they had five children.
Associated With
He attempted to surpass Michelangelo Buonarroti's David with his statue of Perseus with the Head of Medusa.
