The sculpture features a honeybee skep with several bees hovering around it, set in a natural landscape with small bushes and foliage. The piece is made of a bronze-like material, giving it a rich, rustic brown color. It is an oval talisman of a size to fit comfortably in a hand. The material reflects light, highlighting the raised carvings of the beehive, bees, and landscape features. The edge of the talisman is inscribed with text that encircles the scene, and a small hole is present at the top.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 16th century
- Medium
- bronze
- Dimensions
- 3080 × 3950 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original