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Diomedes and the Palladium

Roman 15th Century, after the Antique

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a figure seated in a relaxed pose, holding a staff or scepter and a disk in one hand, with their body slightly turned to the side. The subject is a nude male figure, with detailed features such as curly hair. The sculpture is oval-shaped and is crafted from a material that appears to be bronze, with a metallic brown color and areas of greenish patina. The sculpture is compact and intimate, allowing every detail to be visible within its frame.

Artwork Details

Date
mid 15th century
Medium
bronze//Medium brown patina
Dimensions
4085 × 4585 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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