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Impronte Umane, Pompei (Human Casts, Pompeii)

Giorgio Sommer

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts two human figures lying on their sides. They appear to be in relaxed poses, with one figure slightly higher than the other. The figures are made of a material resembling plaster or cast, giving them a rough, textured surface. The color of the sculptures is a pale, faded white, contrasting against the dark background they rest upon. The figures are life-sized and their features are recognizable as human, but with some erosion or damage blurring finer details. The figures are positioned next to each other in a manner suggestive of repose or sleep.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1870
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
7239 × 5696 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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