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Ambroise Paré

Pierre-Jean David d'Angers

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a man in a historically styled garment with a contemplative expression. He is leaning slightly with his left arm bent and right hand resting on a stack of books tied together with a strap. The sculpture is made of bronze and stands on a base inscribed with the name "Ambroise Paré."

Artwork Details

Date
model 1836-1839, cast after 1840
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
9683 × 13556 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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