The sculpture depicts a male figure standing on top of a stylized fish or sea creature. The figure is nude and muscular, shown with his left arm raised and his right hand gripping the creature's tail. The sculpture is made of a dark material, likely bronze, with intricate textures evident on the human figure and the fish. The overall appearance is dynamic and dramatic, suggesting a moment of action or triumph. The sculpture is presented in a smaller scale to a human, highlighting its detailed artistry.
Artwork Details
- Date
- model c. 1584/1589, cast possibly 1590/1600?
- Medium
- bronze
- Dimensions
- 8265 × 10297 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original