The sculpture depicts a mounted figure in the foreground riding a horse, accompanied by other figures who are soldiers. The figures are wearing helmets and armor typical of historical soldiers. The sculpture is crafted from a material resembling bronze, giving it a metallic, earthy brown color. It is carved in relief on a circular plaque, capturing a detailed moment with a sense of movement and depth.

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Romans Passing Under the Yoke

Pseudo Melioli (Italian, active late 15th century - early 16th century)

late 15th - early 16th century

Medium: bronze//Medium brown patina
Classification: Sculpture
Dimensions: overall (irregular disk, largest diameter): 4.46 cm (1 3/4 in.) ; overall (irregular disk, smallest diameter): 4.21 cm (1 11/16 in.) ; gross weight: 22.08 gr (0.049 lb.)
Culture: North Italian
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CSD
Credit line: Samuel H. Kress 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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