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Hand of Unknown Sculptor

Unknown 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a lifelike hand resting on a flat rectangular base. The hand, modeled with realistic proportions and details, is positioned across the top of the base, with fingers gently curled over an unseen object. The sculpture is crafted from a light-colored, marble-like material. The sculpture is viewed from a slightly lower perspective, allowing an appreciation of its three-dimensional form and the precision of its carved features. The hand's index finger and thumb are slightly spread apart, and a ring is visible on the ring finger.

Artwork Details

Date
n.d.
Medium
marble
Dimensions
9156 × 7325 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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