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Florentine 15th Century

6 works

The sculpture is a wooden chest with intricate carvings. The chest is a rich, dark brown color and features leaf motifs on the corners and circular designs along the top edge. The carvings are detailed and symmetrical. The chest is displayed on a white plinth, elevating it off the wooden floor.

Cassone Carved and Gilded

Florentine 15th Century

The sculpture is a detailed bust of a young man with pale skin and wavy brown hair that almost reaches to his shoulders, seen from the chest up. He has thin, arched eyebrows, a long, straight nose, and thin red lips that are partially open. A dark red and green cloth or cloak is draped over his shoulders and tied near his left arm, and it appears to cover a light brown garment with the texture of fur. The sculpture has no base.

Saint John the Baptist

Florentine 15th Century

The image shows a person in profile standing upright with one hand on the hip. The individual has an angular face, curly hair pulled back under a tall hat, and is wearing a tunic with decorative details on the sleeves and hem, paired with leggings or bare legs. The background is an aged, textured paper.

Standing Youth

Florentine 15th Century

The sculpture portrays a human figure standing and draped in flowing robes, holding a serpent in one hand. It is set on a round, coin-like surface. The sculpture is made of metal with a dark patina of green and brown hues, giving it an aged appearance. The relief is low, with the figure gently raised against the background, outlining the figure's form and the serpent. The edges of the piece are slightly worn.

Wisdom Gazing at a Serpent [reverse]

Florentine 15th Century

The sculpture depicts a relief carving of a male figure standing in an elegant pose, holding a staff entwined with a serpent. The figure is shown in profile, facing left, with a defined muscular form. The staff, known as a caduceus, is held in the left hand resting on the ground. The sculpture is crafted from a material that appears weathered and earthy brown in color, suggesting it might be made of bronze or a similar metal that has aged over time. This small, oval-shaped relief has a detailed and textured surface, reflecting light to highlight its contours and enhance the three-dimensional quality of the figure. The edges of the oval frame the figure, adding a sense of completeness to the composition.

Aesculapius

Florentine 15th Century

The sculpture shows a seated figure holding a child, surrounded by two smaller winged figures. The subject is central with a prominent position in the composition, flanked by columns. The sculpture is crafted in a gold color, possibly a metal like brass or gilded. The figure at the top of the triangular pediment appears to be holding a scroll, flanked by two small figures. The sculpture features detailed patterns etched into the background and framework, including repeated geometric designs and motifs. The expression and posture of the figures suggest a calm and composed arrangement.

Madonna and Child with Two Angels

Florentine 15th Century