The sculpture is a bust of a mature man with a thoughtful expression and neatly combed hair. It is made from dark brown material, likely polished wood. The details of the man's face and clothing, such as buttons on his garment and folds around the neck area, are finely carved. The bust is mounted on a geometric base, evoking a sense of classical elegance.

Saint Charles Borromeo

c. 1610

Medium: bronze
Classification: Sculpture
Period: 1601 to 1650
Image size: 6891 × 9648px

Description

The sculpture is a bust of a mature man with a thoughtful expression and neatly combed hair. It is made from dark brown material, likely polished wood. The details of the man's face and clothing, such as buttons on his garment and folds around the neck area, are finely carved. The bust is mounted on a geometric base, evoking a sense of classical elegance.

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