The sculpture depicts a seated nude male figure balancing on a tree stump. He is hunched forward, focused on his left foot, appearing to be removing a thorn. His posture is relaxed yet concentrated, with his right leg crossed over his left knee. The sculpture is crafted from dark bronze, giving it a shiny, reflective finish that accentuates the figure's musculature and curly hair on his head. The texture of the sculpture is smooth, with naturalistic detailing in the figure's body and the tree stump's surface, adding realistic depth.
Artwork Details
- Date
- first quarter 16th century
- Medium
- bronze
- Dimensions
- 6374 × 7968 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original