Italy’s ‘new Michelangelo’ bringing sculpture into 21st century

Jacopo Cardillo, AKA Jago, has earned widespread praise for his modern twists on classical-style sculptures

You might think being described as “the new Michelangelo” would be a daunting prospect for an Italian sculptor, but Jacopo Cardillo, AKA Jago, takes it in his stride.

The 36-year-old has earned widespread praise for his modern twists on classical-style sculptures, as well as a large following on Instagram. Last month the first museum dedicated to his work opened in Naples, drawing more than 5,000 visitors in one day.