The sculpture depicts two figures holding a bearded head. The figures are wearing draped garments with intricate folds. The sculpture is made of bronze, with realistic proportions and textures, presented in a relief form.

Judith with the Head of Holofernes

Briosco, called Riccio, Andrea · Italian

Medium: bronze
Classification: Sculpture
Period: 1401 to 1500
Image size: 3813 × 4645px

Description

The sculpture depicts two figures holding a bearded head. The figures are wearing draped garments with intricate folds. The sculpture is made of bronze, with realistic proportions and textures, presented in a relief form.

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