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Nessus and Deianira

Antonio Susini, after a model by Giovanni Bologna

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a scene involving two figures, one of which is a centaur. The centaur is rearing on its hind legs with a human-like upper body and a horse-like lower body. There is a muscular male figure engaged with the centaur. The sculpture is crafted from dark bronze, highlighting the details of the figures. The musculature of both beings is highly defined, creating a sense of movement and intensity. The base provides stability for the figures above.

Artwork Details

Date
late 16th or early 17th century
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
7462 × 9327 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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