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Hand Bell with Blessing Christ Child, Saint George Defeating the Dragon, Death of Laocoὄn, David and Judith, and Busts in Profile

Flemish 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a bell-shaped object with a richly decorated surface. It features intricate reliefs and ornate details, including carvings of figures like a man on horseback, surrounded by garland-like decorations and heads. The upper portion of the sculpture narrows into a tiered column-like structure with a rounded top. The sculpture is bronze in color and stands on a flat surface with a broad base tapering to a peak.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
bronze//Medium brown patina
Dimensions
6745 × 8431 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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