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The Agony in the Garden by Angelo de Rossi

Early modern · Republic of Genoa

Angelo de Rossi

1671–1715

Italian artist (1671-1715).

At a glance

Life
1671–1715
Origin
Republic of Genoa
Practice
sculptor
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Biography

Angelo de Rossi (1671–1715) is described by Wikidata as Italian artist (1671-1715). The linked open-data record associates the artist with Republic of Genoa. Recorded practices include sculptor.

The Agony in the Garden, held by National Gallery of Art, provides a verified collection point from which to explore the artist’s sculpture. The museum record supplies the work’s date, material, dimensions, credit line, and reusable image.

Research links

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In the collection

Works to explore

The sculpture depicts a central figure kneeling on the ground, draped in flowing robes, surrounded by celestial figures including an angel with wings holding a cup. In the background, there is a palm tree and a group of partially visible people, with a child angel holding a cross above, and another small figure in the clouds. The artwork is made of a rich, brown material, likely bronze, with a smooth, polished finish that emphasizes the detailed textures and flowing lines. The composition is highly detailed and dynamic, featuring an interplay of figures and elements in a circular format.

Early modern

National Gallery of Art

The Agony in the Garden

Angelo de Rossi · c. 1700