Alessandro Leopardi

Italian, active 1482 - 1522/1523

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The sculpture is a roundel depicting three muscular male figures engaged in action within a dynamic environment. Two figures in the foreground have curly hair and beards, wielding a tool or weapon, while the third figure sits to the right. The figures appear to be in confrontation or collaboration, suggesting movement and activity. The sculpture is made of a dark metallic material, likely bronze, exhibiting a brownish color with subtle patina highlights. The artwork is intricately carved, capturing the human form and implied motion with lifelike precision.
Venetian 16th Century, Combat of Ichthyocentaurs, early 16th century, bronze//Black lacquer over light brown bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.384

Combat of Ichthyocentaurs

Venetian 16th Century · early 16th century · bronze//Black lacquer over light brown bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.384