An Italian robot is resculpting classical marble sculptures, which could redefine sculpture as an art form
June, 21; 2026. By Arscodex
Three Graces by Canova resculpted by the Robotor mechanical arm
This is putting the entire artistic community, particularly the sculpture wing, on edge, because this invention can replicate marble works of art with as much precision as, or even more than, a skilled sculptor. It is one of the latest technological advances that is encroaching on classical art and venturing into domains that have traditionally been reserved for humankind and its intellect.
To this end, this company, located in the very heart of Italian marble land, in Carrara (yes, where this type of marble, used by Michelangelo, is quarried), has duplicated works by the aforementioned sculptor and others by, for example, the Italian neoclassical sculptor Canova. Therefore, a debate is opening up about the scope of all this.
In this regard, and without going into detail, we can say that other forms of sculpture, such as bronze sculpture, have always been easily copied using molds. Therefore, without having all the answers on the matter, in this publication we believe that the aforementioned Michelangelo, Canova, and other sculptors can rest easy, since there are a number of factors that will ensure their merit is not diminished by these new technologies.
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