Antique Sacrifice

c. 1470/1480

Tommaso di Calisto

Associated Names
Tommaso di Calisto

Artist, Mantuan, active 1470/1482

The sculpture is a circular relief depicting two male figures engaged in a handshake over an altar-like structure. One figure is dressed in classical attire, wearing a tunic and a cloak, while the other is similarly robed. In the background, there is a smaller figure or statue on a pedestal. The sculpture is crafted from a material that appears to be silver or a silver-like metal, giving it a shiny and reflective surface. The details are intricately carved, showing the folds in their garments and the expressions on their faces. The sculpture is designed to be viewed from the front, and the deeply carved elements create shadows that highlight the figures' outlines against the circular background.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    bronze

  • Credit Line

    Edward E. MacCrone Fund

  • Dimensions

    overall (diameter): 12.77 cm (5 in.)
    gross weight: 397.13 gr (0.876 lb.)

  • Accession Number

    1985.23.1


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lord Kenneth Clark of Saltwood [1903-1983]; his estate; (his estate sale, Sotheby's, London, 27 June, 3 and 5 July 1984, 3rd day, no. 138); (Ellin Mitchell, New York); purchased 21 May 1985 by NGA.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q63861118

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