Medieval · National Gallery of Art · 46014

Prudence

Bonino da Campione, c. 1357

The sculpture depicts a dual-faced figure. One side shows a young, beardless individual and the other a mature, bearded figure. The figure is clothed in a flowing robe that drapes to the ground. The folds of the garment suggest movement. The sculpture is made from a pale, cream-colored stone, likely marble, giving it a smooth appearance. The figure holds an object in its hands, perhaps a key or a bowl. The sculpture is lifelike in size with attention to details such as hair and facial expressions.

National Gallery of Art · National Gallery of Art, Washington · Samuel H. Kress Collection · CC0 · Public domain

Artist: Bonino da Campione
Date: c. 1357
Medium: marble
Dimensions: 67.7 x 19.1 x 15.2 cm (26 5/8 x 7 1/2 x 6 in.)
Era: Medieval

Why it matters

Prudence, dated c. 1357, is catalogued by National Gallery of Art as a work in marble. The museum attributes the work to Bonino da Campione. The recorded dimensions are 67.7 x 19.1 x 15.2 cm (26 5/8 x 7 1/2 x 6 in.). This factual page is generated from the museum catalogue and links directly to its source record.

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