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Atys-Amor, seen from the back, bronze by Donatello, in the Salone di Donatello, Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence
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Atys-Amor, seen from the back, bronze by Donatello, in the Salone di Donatello, Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence
Atys-Amor, seen from the back, bronze by Donatello, in the Salone di Donatello, Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence Florence Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Salone di Donatello Statue Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1970 ca.. Date of Artwork:1420-1430 ca.. Artist:Donato di Niccol di Betto Bardi known as Donatello
Alinari, Fratelli
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Media ID 33121737
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Belt Child Wingearly Renaissance Greco Roman
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This photograph captures the timeless beauty of Donatello's masterpiece, "Atys-Amor" housed in the Salone di Donatello at the Museo Nazionale del Bargello in Florence. The bronze sculpture, dating back to the early Renaissance period around 1420-1430, is a testament to Donatello's exceptional craftsmanship and artistic vision. The image focuses on Atys-Amor from an intriguing perspective - seen from the back. This unique viewpoint allows us to appreciate every intricate detail of this exquisite artwork. The statue depicts a young male figure, his body delicately sculpted with remarkable precision. With its flawless proportions and graceful contours, it exemplifies the perfection of human anatomy that was highly revered during the Renaissance era. Atys-Amor stands nude, symbolizing purity and vulnerability while evoking Greco-Roman influences prevalent during that time. Adorned with a belt around his waist and wings sprouting from his shoulders, he embodies both earthly desires and divine attributes. The photograph itself was taken around 1970 by Alinari Fratelli, capturing not only the sculpture but also its surroundings within the museum space. It serves as a visual reminder of how art transcends time and connects generations through its enduring appeal. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand one of Donatello's masterpieces that have shaped European art history for centuries. It reminds us of our shared cultural heritage and invites contemplation on themes such as mythology, human form, and artistic expression across different periods. In essence, this photograph encapsulates both historical significance and aesthetic allure – a true testament to Donatello's genius captured through Alinari Fratelli's lens.
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