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The sculpture depicts two nude female figures standing closely together. One figure leans slightly, with her arm wrapped around the shoulder of the other, who holds a pair of dividers. The figures showcase detailed features such as elaborate curly hairstyles. Beside them on a pedestal rests a globe-like object integrated into the piece. The bronze sculpture has a dark, metallic sheen with areas of patina adding age and character. It appears to be a small-scale artwork intended for close examination of its intricate craftsmanship.
National Gallery of Art · Sculpture
Astronomy
Nicolò Roccatagliata
- Date
- 1590/1595
- Medium
- bronze
- Dimensions
- overall: 23.1 cm (9 1/8 in.)
- Classification
- Sculpture
- Accession number
- 2022.181.17
- Credit line
- Gift of Robert H. Smith/Robert H. Smith Collection
- Time span
- 1551 to 1600
- Department
- CSD
Subjects and terms
- Genoese-Venetian
NGA object ID 123688. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.