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Saint Charles Borromeo

Attributed to Ambrogio Buonvicino

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a bust of a mature man with a thoughtful expression and neatly combed hair. It is made from dark brown material, likely polished wood. The details of the man's face and clothing, such as buttons on his garment and folds around the neck area, are finely carved. The bust is mounted on a geometric base, evoking a sense of classical elegance.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1610
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
6891 × 9648 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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