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The Damnation of Cain (Caïn maudit par l'eternel)

Louis-Alexandre Bottée

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture on this medal depicts a nude male figure in a dynamic pose within a natural setting. The figure is shown in a seated or crouching position, with one leg bent beneath him and the other partly extended. His head is turned to the side, one arm raised, and the other arm reaching across his body. The sculpture is on a circular bronze medal with a polished surface. The figure is rendered in relief, showing detailed anatomy and textures of the environment.

Artwork Details

Date
1878
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4707 × 4707 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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