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Dante before the Mountain of Purgatory [reverse]

Florentine 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The circular sculpture features a relief of a human figure standing on the right side, observing a tower-like structure that has multiple layers and a spiral design. The human figure is portrayed in a side profile with a tilted head and is dressed in a toga or robe-like attire. The figure holds a round object in one hand. The sculpture has a reddish and brown hue, with a weathered texture. The material appears to be metal, likely bronze. The sculpture is framed by a circular border.

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th century
Medium
bronze//Molded frame
Dimensions
3417 × 3417 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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