Giovanni Battista Caccini

Italian, 1556 - 1612/1613

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The sculpture is a bust of a man with a beard and a serious expression. His hair is intricately carved in waves, matching the beard's texture. He wears a draped garment that hints at a robe or cloak, with clear folds over the shoulders for added depth. Made of white marble with natural veining, it has a realistic finish. The bust is placed on a simple, rounded base with decorative features. Life-sized and at eye level, viewers can closely observe the details and craftsmanship.
Giovanni Battista Caccini, Giovanni Capponi, c. 1590/1600, marble, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1943.4.84

Giovanni Capponi

Giovanni Battista Caccini · c. 1590/1600 · marble ·  Accession ID  1943.4.84