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This sculptor created a mattress for a Roman sculpture discovered at the Santa Maria della Vittoria. An unfinished sculpture by this artist depicts a woman holding the Sun while standing on the Earth. Sculptures of the Cornaro family occupy a balcony and watch over this artist’s depiction of a “dart of love.” This artist’s several works for the Borghese Gallery include one of Pluto carrying away (-5[1])Prosperina and another of Daphne turning into a tree. This sculptor of Truth Unveiled by Time depicted golden rays falling on an angel as he prepares to thrust his spear into a nun. For 10 points, name this Italian Baroque sculptor of The Ecstasy of Saint Teresa. ■END■

ANSWER: Gian Lorenzo Bernini
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