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Gabriele Lippi of Reggio Emilia

Gian Antonio Signoretti

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a profile of a man with short, curly hair and a beard. He is wearing a flowing garment with intricate patterns and designs, likely floral. The sculpture is made of a metallic material such as bronze, giving it a dark color. The surface shows signs of wear. The man's facial features are detailed, his right hand is over his chest, and there are decorative dots along the edge. A small hole is drilled near the top of the sculpture.

Artwork Details

Date
late 16th century
Medium
lead//Cast hollow
Dimensions
4970 × 5006 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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