The sculpture depicts a bull standing on a rectangular base. The bull is robustly built, with detailed musculature, a slightly lowered head, and prominent horns. The sculpture is made of bronze with a dark greenish-brown patina. It is small and detailed, showing the folds of the bull's skin and facial features.

Small Bull

model n.d., cast 1874

Medium: bronze
Classification: Sculpture
Period: 1851 to 1875
Image size: 8222 × 5873px

Description

The sculpture depicts a bull standing on a rectangular base. The bull is robustly built, with detailed musculature, a slightly lowered head, and prominent horns. The sculpture is made of bronze with a dark greenish-brown patina. It is small and detailed, showing the folds of the bull's skin and facial features.

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