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Thalia

Peter Flötner

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a person draped in flowing garments, with their right arm extended outward and left hand resting under the arm. The subject's head is turned to the side with eyes closed, and they have long hair styled in braids. The figure appears to be stepping forward on a textured base that suggests grass or foliage. The sculpture is crafted from a dark bronze material with a worn patina, displaying greenish hues in places. The back panel of the sculpture, in relief form, is a rectangular bronze plaque.

Artwork Details

Date
1545 or before
Medium
bronze//Dark brown patina
Dimensions
4480 × 6304 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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