Candlestick in the Form of a Kneeling Angel, Close collaborator of Giambologna, ca. 1590–1600

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Candlestick in the Form of a Kneeling Angel, ca. 1590–1600, Reddish copper alloy covered with a natural, warm brown patina., H. cm, Metalwork-Bronze, Close collaborator of Giambologna (Netherlandish, Douai 1529–1608 Florence), possibly Hans Reichle (German, Schongau 1570-1642 South Tyrol), This kneeling angel may originally have served an ecclesiastical function on an altar in front of a tabernacle. The smooth and angular modeling of the flesh and drapery contrasts with the looser treatment of the wings, hair, and tree trunks

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Size: 2850px × 3800px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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