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Saint Sebastian

Francesco di Giorgio Martini

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a male figure with his hands tied behind his back. The material appears to be a dark, metallic substance, potentially bronze. The subject's head is turned slightly to the side, showing his defined facial features and curly hair. The figure's stance suggests tension, emphasized by the tightly pulled ropes around his wrists. The relief is set against a circular disc, creating subtle shadows.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1475/1485
Medium
bronze//Black laquer (abraded locally)
Dimensions
10993 × 10993 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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