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Donatello, born Donato di Niccolò di Betto Bardi in 1386, was an Italian sculptor, painter, and artist associated with the Early Renaissance movement. A citizen of the Republic of Florence, he was born and died in Florence, with his death occurring on December 13, 1466. He studied under Bicci di Lorenzo and Giovanni d'Ambrogio and taught Bertoldo di Giovanni, Agostino di Duccio, and Nanni di Banco. His professional work locations included Florence, Padua, Rome, and Ferrara.

His notable works include the Tomb of Giovanni Pecci, Candelabra Angels, David, and Donatello's Crucifix of Santa Croce. His artistic output spans religious art, equestrian portrait, portrait, and mythological painting. He is described by sources such as The Nuttall Encyclopædia, Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary, and Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition. His works are held in collections at the Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, National Gallery of Art, Nationalmuseum, and Basilica of Santa Croce. He was buried in the Basilica of San Lorenzo.