Mars

second quarter 17th century

Giovanni Francesco Susini

Associated Names
Giovanni Francesco Susini

Artist, Florentine, 1585 - c. 1653

Giovanni Bologna

Artist After, Flemish, 1529 - 1608

The sculpture depicts a standing male figure. He is shown in a dynamic pose, with one leg forward and holding a dagger in one hand while the other hand is outstretched with fingers spread. The figure is nude, except for a covering over the groin area. He has curly hair and a full beard, with well-defined musculature. The sculpture is made of a metallic material with a bronze finish, giving it a golden-brown color. It stands on a dark, square pedestal, elevating it slightly above eye level. The figure's anatomical features and proportions are detailed and realistic, reminiscent of classical sculpture styles.

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Bibliography

2004

  • Radcliffe, Anthony and Nicholas Penny. Art of the Renaissance Bronze, 1500-1650. London, 2004: 200-203, 235, 302-303, repro. no. 34.

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