Impronte Umane, Pompei (Human Cast, Pompeii)

1873

Giorgio Sommer

Associated Names
Giorgio Sommer

Artist, Italian, born Germany, 1834 - 1914

The sculpture depicts a human figure lying on its side with one arm bent under the head. The figure is detailed with visible features such as a head shape, torso, bent knees, and a foot. The sculpture appears to be made from a light-colored material, which gives it an off-white to grayish appearance. The surface of the sculpture looks rough with visible texture, creating an impression of being aged or eroded. It is placed on a dark cloth or surface with cracked earth or stone tiles beneath. The posture suggests a realistic portrayal of human form and anatomy.

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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mary and Dan Solomon; purchase and gift to NGA, 2006.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

Printed, lower left: 1279 Impronte umane. (Pompei) Scoverta 1873; printed, lower right: Sommer - Napoli

Wikidata ID

Q64154300

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