Artwork preview

Scipio Africanus

Italian 16th Century, after the Antique

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sculptural relief of a figure in profile view wearing detailed armor and a headdress. The subject wears a helmet with intricate designs, including a bird or wing motif on top, and a plume. The sculpture is made of bronze, with a greenish patina indicating its age. The figure's gaze is directed to the right, and the upper torso is visible, draped in a garment with an embossed emblem on the shoulder. The relief is oval-shaped, with holes at the top and bottom. The word "SCIPAF" is inscribed beside the figure on the right side.

Artwork Details

Date
early 16th century
Medium
bronze//Dark brown patina
Dimensions
3177 × 3847 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original