The sculpture depicts multiple human figures engaged in a scene that suggests a struggle or conflict. The central figure is in a prominent stance in the foreground, surrounded by other human forms. In the background, there are horses and armored soldiers. The sculpture is made of bronze with a green to brown patina, emphasizing its intricate detailing and high-relief carving. It is mounted on a rectangular base and features architectural elements like arches and columns in the background.

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The Flagellation

Moderno (Veronese, 1467 - 1528)

late 15th - early 16th century

Medium: bronze
Classification: Sculpture
Dimensions: overall: 14.16 × 10.45 cm (5 9/16 × 4 1/8 in.) ; gross weight: 389.96 gr (0.86 lb.)
Culture: Veronese
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CSD
Credit line: Widener Collection
Rights: Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it: Teens profiles and older: its subject is for older viewers (war, death, the Passion, drink or the like). How works are placed

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