Florence 1440-1460
Italian Renaissance
Bronze, 5' high
This representation of David, slayer of Goliath, became the symbol of the Florentine Republic and was the first free standing nude sculpture since Roman days. With slight femininity in stance, David is adorned with a crown of leaves resembling old Roman heros and reflecting Donatello's interest in classical art.
Donatello was the father of sculpture and this is one of his most notable works. The detail and ambiguity of the piece is what attracts me most.
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