Seated Woman Pulling a Thorn from Her Heel

late 16th or early 17th century

Barthélemy Prieur

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Barthélemy Prieur

Artist, French, 1540 - 1611

The sculpture is of a nude female figure seated, leaning forward with one leg bent and resting on a small base. She has her head slightly inclined downwards, right hand reaching toward her extended foot, with the other hand on her knee. The figure has detailed features and hair, and is made of dark bronze with a smooth, reflective surface. The craftsmanship conveys realistic skin and curves. The small sculpture appears intimate and is meant for close viewing to appreciate its details and the subject's pose.

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Bibliography

2004

  • Radcliffe, Anthony and Nicholas Penny. Art of the Renaissance Bronze, 1500-1650. London, 2004: 210, 216-219, repro. no. 37.

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