Combat of Ichthyocentaurs

Attributed to Workshop of Alessandro Leopardi

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a roundel depicting three muscular male figures engaged in action within a dynamic environment. Two figures in the foreground have curly hair and beards, wielding a tool or weapon, while the third figure sits to the right. The figures appear to be in confrontation or collaboration, suggesting movement and activity. The sculpture is made of a dark metallic material, likely bronze, exhibiting a brownish color with subtle patina highlights. The artwork is intricately carved, capturing the human form and implied motion with lifelike precision.