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Fortitude

Peter Flötner

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features a relief of a classical figure resembling a female standing, draped in flowing garments that partially reveal her upper torso. The figure is depicted leaning on a partially damaged fluted column with her left hand, while her right hand rests on her garment. The background features a landscape with tree-like formations and another fallen column. The sculpture is made of a reddish-brown material, giving it a weathered look. The scene is framed within a rectangle.

Artwork Details

Date
1540 or before
Medium
bronze//Dark brown patina
Dimensions
3997 × 5473 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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