Ghiberti gates of paradise

The Gates of Paradise by Lorenzo Ghiberti took over two decades to make, and were important additions to the Baptistry of Florence in Italy as part of the east side. These doors were masterpieces from the Renaissance period and have stood the test of time for centuries.

Below, this article will discuss how these doors originated and how they were made, so read on!

Artist Abstract: Who Was Lorenzo Ghiberti?

Lorenzo Ghiberti was born around 1378 In Pelago, Florence, and died from a fever on December 1, 1455, in Florence. He was a Gothic and early Renaissance sculptor, painter, and goldsmith who received numerous outstanding commissions during his artistic oeuvre and gained a high level of success.

Ghiberti north doors

He was married to a girl named Marsila and had two sons, namely Tommaso and Vittorio. Some of his famous artworks include The Sacrifice of Isaac (1401 – 1402), St. John the Baptist (1412 – 1416), and Saint Stephen (1427 – 1428).

Portrait of Lorenzo Ghiberti