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Artists Reimagining the Collection
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Astronomy

1590/1595

Nicolò Roccatagliata

Associated Names

Nicolò Roccatagliata

Artist, Genoese-Venetian, 1553 - 1653

The sculpture depicts two nude female figures standing closely together. One figure leans slightly, with her arm wrapped around the shoulder of the other, who holds a pair of dividers. The figures showcase detailed features such as elaborate curly hairstyles. Beside them on a pedestal rests a globe-like object integrated into the piece. The bronze sculpture has a dark, metallic sheen with areas of patina adding age and character. It appears to be a small-scale artwork intended for close examination of its intricate craftsmanship.

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Artwork overview

Medium

bronze
Credit Line

Gift of Robert H. Smith/Robert H. Smith Collection
Dimensions

overall: 23.1 cm (9 1/8 in.)
Accession Number

2022.181.17

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

2004

Radcliffe, Anthony and Nicholas Penny. Art of the Renaissance Bronze, 1500-1650. London, 2004: 96, 106-111, 298, repro. no. 17.

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