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Standing Child with Raised Left Arm

Italian 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a chubby child or cherubic figure standing with one arm raised and the other at its side. Made from bronze, the sculpture has a dark, brownish hue with a smooth, polished finish. The figure's hair is styled in short curls, adding texture to the piece, and it stands on a simple square pedestal. The scale of the sculpture relative to human size suggests it is a miniature representation, as it fits comfortably within the bounds of the pedestal.

Artwork Details

Date
early 16th century
Medium
bronze//Dark brown patina
Dimensions
5025 × 7035 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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