Valerio Belli
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Valerio Belli (c. 1468-1546), also known as Valerio Vicentino, was an Italian Renaissance gem engraver, medalist, and goldsmith from Vicenza. He worked at the papal courts under Pope Clement VII and Pope Paul III, producing rock crystal intaglios, struck medals, and engraved gems that Giorgio Vasari said "surpassed the ancients in delicacy and design."
Belli was a pioneer of rock crystal engraving, creating scenes from the life of Christ and processional compositions with a cool, classical elegance drawn directly from ancient Roman models. His intaglios and medals were prized by Renaissance collectors for their technical precision and refined aesthetic. Our collection features 6 works at the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Sculptures by Valerio Belli
6 sculptures catalogued with museum locations. Browse all sculptures
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Mars, Minerva, Venus, and Cupid
Valerio Belli, 1500
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
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Christ Washing the Feet of the Apostles
Valerio Belli, 1500
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
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The Three Fates
Valerio Belli, 1500
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
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The Betrayal of Christ
Valerio Belli, 1520
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
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Pax with Christ Appearing to the Apostles
Valerio Belli, 1575
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
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Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery
Valerio Belli, 1530
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
Museums with Valerio Belli's Work
1 museum displays Belli's works. Click any museum to see visiting info and the specific works they hold.
About Valerio Belli
Belli was a master of rock crystal engraving and medal-making. His intaglios depicting scenes from the life of Christ were praised by Vasari as surpassing ancient Roman work in delicacy and design.
He worked at the papal courts in Rome under Pope Clement VII and Pope Paul III. His refined classical style made him one of the most sought-after gem engravers of the Italian Renaissance.
The Cleveland Museum of Art has several pieces. The V&A in London and the National Gallery of Art in Washington also hold important examples.
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