Donatello was an influential early Renaissance sculptor celebrated for his innovations in the technique of basso rilievo. His work in this shallow relief form distinguished itself through its masterful incorporation of perspectival illusionism, pushing the boundaries of visual representation in the 15th century. Donatello's unique approach to sculpture left an indelible mark on art, impacting generations of artists with his command of form and space.
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