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A Lady of the Zorzi Family

Alessandro Vittoria

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a bust of a person with curly hair styled in intricate, looped curls. The subject is dressed in a robe or drapery that is gathered across the chest and shoulders. The sculpture is made of terracotta, giving it a warm, earthy reddish-brown color. The facial features are finely detailed, with a composed expression on the subject's face, looking slightly to the right. The bust is placed on a pedestal with a decorative base that has scroll-like elements. Overall, the sculpture appears life-sized.

Artwork Details

Date
1570/1580
Medium
terracotta
Dimensions
9231 × 12923 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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