Sergel: Artist and European - Pioneer of Neoclassical Sculpture

The name Sergel is widely known in Sweden, but the artist behind it is not. In the 1700s, Sergel was a national symbol of prestige and was praised by Sir William Hamilton as the greatest sculptor since Michelangelo. Yet today, his work has long been forgotten. This is one of the first extensive studies dedicated to reviving Sergel’s legacy and exploring his life and art in depth.