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Angel in a Car Drawn by Horses [reverse]

Pisanello

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features a raised depiction of a charioteer sitting on a chariot drawn by two horses. There is an inscription at the top and bottom of the piece. The sculpture is carved into a round, medallion-like form, made of a light gray material with a slightly weathered texture. The horses are shown in profile with intricate detailing of their forms in motion, and the charioteer's features are simplified yet discernible. It appears as a relief with figures and text slightly protruding from the background plane.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1449
Medium
bronze//Late cast
Dimensions
4162 × 4162 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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