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The sculpture depicts two figures, likely women, shown in a dynamic, flowing motion. Both figures are adorned in draped garments that appear to be billowing, emphasizing movement. They are carrying what seem to be wreaths or garlands in their hands. The sculpture has a verdigris patina, suggesting it is made of bronze and aged over time. The relief sculpture renders the figures in a three-dimensional manner, making them appear as if they are emerging from the flat background while maintaining detailed intricacies in the hair and clothing.
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The sculpture depicts two figures, likely women, shown in a dynamic, flowing motion. Both figures are adorned in draped garments that appear to be billowing, emphasizing movement. They are carrying what seem to be wreaths or garlands in their hands. The sculpture has a verdigris patina, suggesting it is made of bronze and aged over time. The relief sculpture renders the figures in a three-dimensional manner, making them appear as if they are emerging from the flat background while maintaining detailed intricacies in the hair and clothing.

National Gallery of Art · Sculpture

Autumn and Winter

German 17th Century

Date
early 17th century
Medium
bronze//Dark brown patina
Dimensions
overall: 9.6 x 8.7 cm (3 3/4 x 3 7/16 in.) gross weight: 159 gr
Classification
Sculpture · Plaquette
Accession number
1957.14.543
Credit line
Samuel H. Kress Collection
Time span
1551 to 1600
Department
CSD
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • German
  • Renaissance
  • Winter
  • Renaissance Plaquettes
  • season
  • allegory
  • Autumn
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.

NGA object ID 44263. 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.