The sculpture is a rectangular relief featuring a group of eight figures dressed in draped garments, aligned in a row. At the center, two figures stand facing each other, one reaching towards the other. Above the figures, an architectural element frames the composition, giving the impression of a building. The sculpture is made from dark-hued metal with a bronze-like finish, showcasing highlights that suggest a play of light on its surface. The details are intricate and designed in low relief, providing a historical and classical appearance.
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The Incredulity of Saint Thomas

Valerio Belli (Italian, 1468 - 1546)

Medium
bronze//Dark brown patina
Classification
Sculpture
Dimensions
overall (trapezoidal): 6.2 x 10 cm (2 7/16 x 3 15/16 in.) gross weight: 286 gr
Culture
Vicenza
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
Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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