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A Sacrifice

North Italian 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a scene with six human figures standing around a central object resembling an altar or pedestal. The figures are in various poses, some holding objects like staffs or sticks. Above them is a textured/banner-like element. The sculpture is made of a material resembling bronze with a dark gold or brownish color and an aged patina. It is intricately detailed with a slightly raised relief effect.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1500
Medium
bronze//Light brown patina
Dimensions
4015 × 5200 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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