[4] It was based on the real-life character of Benvenuto Cellini, a sculptor, goldsmith, draftsman, soldier and musician.

[4] A memoir of his life gained huge popularity during the 19th century which became the inspiration for other famous writers such as Alexandre Dumas.

[1] It grossed 121 million lire in Italy which film historian and critic Roberto Curti described as "nondescript".

[1][7] The film was released as Laventurier magnifigue (L'Aigle de Florence) and was purchased by American International Pictures for distribution to television as The Magnificent Adventurer.

"[8] Richard Roud referred to the film as "a constant pleasure to the eye" and "a glittering riot of delicate colour shadings in both sets and costumes".