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Avarice

Leonhard Kern

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture shows a seated female figure with a dignified posture. She is nude, with a towel draped over her lap and one hand resting upon it. The figure has well-defined musculature and a serene expression on her face. The sculpture is made from a material resembling terracotta, giving it a warm, reddish-brown hue. This color accentuates the intricate details and contours of the figure's body. The sculpture is placed on a rectangular base, elevating her slightly above eye level for better appreciation of the carving from different angles.

Artwork Details

Date
second quarter 17th century
Medium
fruitwood, possibly pear
Dimensions
7955 × 10386 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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