Virginia Deer Reclining

Antoine-Louis Barye

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a deer, specifically a stag, with detailed antlers, laying down on a textured base resembling a natural landscape. It has a dark brown color with a glossy finish, likely made from bronze material. The stag appears realistically detailed with a focus on anatomical accuracy, as seen in the structure of its body, the positioning of its legs, and the intricate depiction of its antlers and fur texture. The deer is resting with its legs tucked under its body, head turned slightly as if looking over its shoulder. The pose and detail create a lifelike representation.