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The sculpture features detailed carvings on its surface depicting multiple human and mythical figures in dynamic poses. Two sculpted figures resembling women protrude from the sides, with scroll-like bases curling underneath them. The piece is made from dark material, possibly bronze or metal, which gives it an antiquated look. The front panel displays a series of densely positioned figures, creating a visually complex design.
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The sculpture features detailed carvings on its surface depicting multiple human and mythical figures in dynamic poses. Two sculpted figures resembling women protrude from the sides, with scroll-like bases curling underneath them. The piece is made from dark material, possibly bronze or metal, which gives it an antiquated look. The front panel displays a series of densely positioned figures, creating a visually complex design.

National Gallery of Art · Sculpture

A Sand-Box (Triangular)

Follower of Andrea Briosco, called Riccio

Date
c. 1525/1540
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
overall: 7.4 x 17 cm (2 15/16 x 6 11/16 in.)
Classification
Sculpture · Utilitarian Object
Accession number
1957.14.63
Credit line
Samuel H. Kress Collection
Time span
1501 to 1550
Department
CSD
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • Paduan
  • classical
  • mythology
  • Renaissance
  • European Small Bronzes before 1900
  • Bacchanalia
Provenance

Gustave Dreyfus [1837-1914], Paris; his estate; purchased 1930 by (Duveen Brothers, Inc., London and New York); purchased 1945 by the Samuel H. Kress Foundation, New York; gift 1957 to NGA.

Inscription

lower right on side w/ Victory, on vase: VIR

NGA object ID 43783. 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.