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Study for a Reliquary Sarcophagus

Giovanni Odazzi

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sculpture with two cherubs positioned on either side of a rectangular pedestal. The cherubs have small wings and curly hair, interacting with a garland on top of the structure. The sculpture appears to be made of material resembling carved stone or marble, with a monochromatic color palette ranging from light beige to darker brown tones. The pedestal is ornate with classical scroll motifs on the corners and a sturdy base. The overall look conveys classical elegance and harmony, with the cherubs adding a playful element.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash over traces of graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
4283 × 3378 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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