The sculpture is circular and resembles a medallion or relief. It features a seated figure of a warrior or deity in a commanding pose. The subject is adorned in classical armor with intricate detailing showing a mix of muscular and fabric textures. The warrior holds a shield with elaborate designs and is surrounded by ornate elements, including a helmet and spears. The entire piece is crafted from a material with a gold appearance, giving it a metallic sheen. The sculpture's circular form and small holes suggest it may have been a decorative attachment.
Gallery mode Full size at the museum

Window mode follows your eyes with your camera, in this browser only: no picture or position leaves your device.

Mars Surrounded by Trophies

Moderno (Veronese, 1467 - 1528)

late 15th - early 16th century

Medium
gilded bronze//Medium brown patina, parcel gilding and highly chased
Classification
Sculpture
Dimensions
overall (diameter): 7.01 cm (2 3/4 in.) ; gross weight: 50.7 gr (0.112 lb.)
Culture
Veronese
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

View at the National Gallery of Art

More by Moderno

See all

More like this

See all