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Coriolanus in Battle Before Rome

Master of Coriolanus

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts several human figures and horses in dynamic motion. The central focus is a rider on a rearing horse, surrounded by other figures engaged in various actions. The backdrop shows a silhouette of a fortress or castle against a hilly landscape. The relief sculpture is crafted from a metallic material with a dark bronze hue and greenish patina accents. The figures and forms are highly detailed, showing intricate musculature and movement within a rectangular frame.

Artwork Details

Medium
bronze//Dark brown patina
Dimensions
4352 × 3469 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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