Woman reclining and writing (Geometry and Astrology)
Statuette
1565-1570 (made)
1565-1570 (made)
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In addition to producing fresh ideas, artists often looked at existing works, both contemporary and antique. Sometimes they adapted them in other materials and on a different scale. Giambologna worked out his designs in wax and clay models which his assistants then used to create the finished work in bronze or marble. His style influenced many European sculptors and this model was reproduced in bronze by workshops other than Giambologna’s own.
Object details
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| Title | Woman reclining and writing (Geometry and Astrology) (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Terracotta, made from modelled clay |
| Brief description | Statuette, terracotta model, Woman Reclining and Writing (Geometry and Astrology), attributed to Giambologna, Florence, ca. 1565-70 |
| Physical description | Terracotta model. A naked woman reclining supported by a globe and a pile of books, one of which she holds open with both hands. At her feet is a mask. |
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| Credit line | Given by Mr Harold Bompas |
| Object history | Given by Mr Harold Bompas. |
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| Summary | In addition to producing fresh ideas, artists often looked at existing works, both contemporary and antique. Sometimes they adapted them in other materials and on a different scale. Giambologna worked out his designs in wax and clay models which his assistants then used to create the finished work in bronze or marble. His style influenced many European sculptors and this model was reproduced in bronze by workshops other than Giambologna’s own. |
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| Accession number | A.110-1937 |
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| Record created | April 12, 2005 |
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