Bull

late 16th or early 17th century

Antonio Susini

Associated Names
Antonio Susini

Artist, Italian, active 1572, died 1624

The sculpture depicts a bull in a dynamic stance, with one leg raised and its tail curling upwards. The bull has well-defined muscular features, and its head is turned slightly to the side, accentuating its strong neck and intricate details on the face, including the horns and textured fur. The sculpture is made from a dark brown material, possibly bronze. The overall appearance of the sculpture is lifelike, with attention to anatomical details such as the rippling skin on the neck and the carefully modeled hooves, capturing the power and grace of the bull realistically.

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Bibliography

2004

  • Radcliffe, Anthony and Nicholas Penny. Art of the Renaissance Bronze, 1500-1650. London, 2004: 176-179, repro. no. 28.

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