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Andiron: Vulcan with His Anvil

Italian 18th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a nude male figure standing in a contrapposto stance. The figure is bearded and looking slightly downward. The sculpture is made from a dark-colored material, likely bronze, with a polished and smooth surface texture. The figure is atop a base with scrollwork and a central grotesque face. The sculpture showcases detailed anatomical features of the human body in motion.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
10254 × 14356 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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