Giannello Torriani

Mjesto: Cremona

Rođen: 1500

Smrt: 1589

Biografija:

Giannello Torriani, also known as Giovanni Torriani, was an Italian goldsmith, clockmaker, and engineer. He was born in Cremona, Italy in 1500 and died in 1589. Torriani is best known for his work in the field of clockmaking, and he is credited with the invention of the mainspring. He also worked as an engineer, designing and building various mechanical devices, including a mechanical lion for the King of Spain. Torriani was also a skilled goldsmith and is known to have created intricate and detailed pieces of jewelry and decorative objects. He is considered one of the most important figures in the history of clockmaking and engineering.