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A Sculptor Carving a Statue of Cupid

Attributed to Moderno

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a circular relief sculpture with two main figures. The figure on the left is a seated, muscular bearded man in profile, facing forward with an arm raised. The central figure is a standing child or cherub with one arm raised and the other behind its back. The sculpture is made of a dark metallic material, possibly bronze, with highlights. In the background, there are organic elements like vines and a tree with a draped cloth hanging from it. The figures are finely sculpted, creating a sense of depth and texture within the circular frame.

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th - early 16th century
Medium
bronze//Dark brown patina(laquer on body of child rubbed)
Dimensions
4014 × 4014 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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