Severo da Ravenna

da Ravenna, Severo
Ravenna, Severo da
Severo Calzetta da Ravenna
Severo di Domenico Calzetta di Ravenna

Paduan, active 1496 - 1525/1538

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The sculpture depicts a mythological creature with the upper body resembling a human holding vessels or cups in outstretched arms. The torso merges into two tails that curve outward, ending in claw-like appendages supporting the sculpture. The piece has intricate details and a dark metallic color, possibly made of bronze. It stands upright with a balance of human and mythical elements shown in fine detail and texture.
Severo da Ravenna, Siren Candleholder, c. 1510/1530, bronze, Gift of Patricia Bauman and John Landrum Bryant, 2001.85.1

Siren Candleholder

Severo da Ravenna · c. 1510/1530 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2001.85.1

The sculpture depicts a seated nude male figure balancing on a tree stump. He is hunched forward, focused on his left foot, appearing to be removing a thorn. His posture is relaxed yet concentrated, with his right leg crossed over his left knee. The sculpture is crafted from dark bronze, giving it a shiny, reflective finish that accentuates the figure's musculature and curly hair on his head. The texture of the sculpture is smooth, with naturalistic detailing in the figure's body and the tree stump's surface, adding realistic depth.
Severo da Ravenna, Spinario, first quarter 16th century, bronze, Gift of Robert H. Smith/Robert H. Smith Collection, 2022.181.12

Spinario

Severo da Ravenna · first quarter 16th century · bronze ·  Accession ID  2022.181.12

The sculpture depicts a bearded man standing with his feet on the back of a sea creature resembling a dragon or serpent with an open mouth. The man holds a large trident above his head in his right hand, and his left hand is down towards the monster, holding two large chain links. He is nude, with a long, curling beard and a muscular body. He looks down at the sea creature, which has textured scales, fin-like feet, short horns, folded ears, and an open, toothy mouth with a long tongue. The sculpture is made of a dark brown, polished material.
Severo da Ravenna, Neptune on a Sea Monster, c. 1500/1509, bronze, Widener Collection, 1942.9.104

Neptune on a Sea Monster

Severo da Ravenna · c. 1500/1509 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1942.9.104

The sculpture depicts a bearded male figure seated on a large shell. The man holds a musical instrument in front of him, resembling a harp or lyre. The sculpture is crafted from dark bronze, giving it an antique and metallic finish. The figure is nude, with detailed hair and beard. The dimensions of the sculpture suggest it is small in size, suitable for display on a tabletop or shelf. The bronze texture enhances the naturalistic and classical feel of the piece.
Severo da Ravenna, Arion Seated on a Shell, first quarter 16th century, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.19

Arion Seated on a Shell

Severo da Ravenna · first quarter 16th century · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.19

The sculpture depicts a bearded male figure, identified as a satyr or faun, who is part human and part goat, as indicated by his goat-like legs and hooves. He is in a kneeling position, holding a much smaller human figure in his left hand, raised towards his face. The overall color of the sculpture is a dark, metallic bronze. The sculpture has a lifelike quality due to its detailed depiction of muscles and textured hair, giving the figure a dynamic pose, and it is displayed on a simple, neutral-colored rectangular base.
Severo da Ravenna, Kneeling Satyr Supporting the Figure of an Emperor, c. 1500, bronze, Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund, 1985.12.1

Kneeling Satyr Supporting the Figure of an Emperor

Severo da Ravenna · c. 1500 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1985.12.1

The sculpture depicts a small child standing with a slight tilt. The child is clad in a simple draped garment and has curly hair. The sculpture has a dark, bronze-like appearance with a smooth finish. It stands on a cylindrical black base.
Severo da Ravenna, A Child Standing, first quarter 16th century, bronze//Medium brown patina, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.44

A Child Standing

Severo da Ravenna · first quarter 16th century · bronze//Medium brown patina ·  Accession ID  1957.14.44

The sculpture depicts a small child in a tunic-like garment with bare feet, looking downward. It is made to appear bronze-like with a metallic sheen. The sculpture is mounted on a dark cylindrical pedestal, providing visibility and height. The figure includes details such as the child's curled hair and fabric folds. The child holds an object in one hand and a sling over the shoulder.
Severo da Ravenna, A Child Standing, first quarter 16th century, bronze//Heavy black lacquer rubbed locally over medium brown bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.46

A Child Standing

Severo da Ravenna · first quarter 16th century · bronze//Heavy black lacquer rubbed locally over medium brown bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.46

The sculpture depicts a young child dressed in a draped garment that resembles a tunic, with one arm hanging by their side and the other bent as if holding something against the chest. The child appears to be standing with a slight tilt. The sculpture is made of a dark-colored material, likely bronze, which gives it a rich brown finish with subtle highlights on raised areas, showcasing the textures and folds of the garment and the details in the hair. The child stands on a smooth, cylindrical pedestal which is also dark in color. The overall appearance of the sculpture is that of a finely crafted piece with intricate detailing, positioned at a level that invites viewers to observe the figure's serene expression and graceful pose.
Severo da Ravenna, Standing Boy, first quarter 16th century, bronze//Medium brown bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.45

Standing Boy

Severo da Ravenna · first quarter 16th century · bronze//Medium brown bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.45

The sculpture is of a horse in a dynamic pose, with one front leg raised. The horse is made of dark bronze with a smooth surface. The base is a golden plinth with intricate designs. The sculpture depicts the horse in anatomical detail, including muscular contours, a mane, and a tail. The base adds grandeur to the piece.
Severo da Ravenna, Pacing Stallion, first quarter 16th century, bronze, Gift of Robert H. Smith/Robert H. Smith Collection, 2022.181.14

Pacing Stallion

Severo da Ravenna · first quarter 16th century · bronze ·  Accession ID  2022.181.14

The sculpture depicts a male figure standing upright with a slight lean to the left, hands behind his back, and one foot slightly crossed over the other. The head is tilted downward and to the left. The sculpture is made of a dark material with a bronze-like appearance, showing varied tones and highlights. The figure has curly hair and detailed musculature, mounted on a square pedestal made of dark marble with lighter veins.
Severo da Ravenna, Saint Sebastian, c. 1500/1509, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.17

Saint Sebastian

Severo da Ravenna · c. 1500/1509 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.17

Bibliography

1994

  • Radcliffe, Anthony. The Robert H. Smith Collection: Bronzes 1500-1650. London, 1994: 30.