Giovanni Battista Bregno

Venetian, 1467/1477 - after 1518

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The sculpture is of a human figure wearing a flowing garment belted at the waist. The figure is standing with one leg forward. The subject has long, curly hair and a detailed facial expression. The arms of the sculpture appear to be broken or missing. The sculpture is made from a material reminiscent of alabaster or marble, with shades of cream, tan, and white. The surface of the material shows natural variations in color and texture. Standing at a modest height, the sculpture has a presence that draws the viewer in.
Venetian 15th Century, Giovanni Battista Bregno, Standing Angel, c. 1495/1500, marble, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1943.4.72

Standing Angel

Venetian 15th Century, Giovanni Battista Bregno · c. 1495/1500 · marble ·  Accession ID  1943.4.72