Where Is Bust of a Classical Hero or Emperor?

Q: Where can I see Bust of a Classical Hero or Emperor?

It's on display at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio. Admission is always free, making it one of the most accessible major art museums in the United States.

Q: How old is this sculpture?

It dates to early to mid 16th century. It's made from glazed terracotta. Dimensions: Overall: 37.5 x 37.5 x 21 cm (14 3/4 x 14 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.).

Q: What material is this made from?

It's made from glazed terracotta. Terracotta (fired clay) was one of the most common sculptural materials, used for everything from small figurines to architectural decoration.

In 1500, Girolamo della Robbia sculpted this Roman/Italian work, dating to early to mid 16th century. Made from glazed terracotta, it measures Overall: 37.5 x 37.5 x 21 cm (14 3/4 x 14 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.).

It's part of the collection at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, in the European Painting and Sculpture department. The museum offers free admission and makes its collection available through an open-access program with CC0 images.

It's on display at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio. Admission is always free, making it one of the most accessible major art museums in the United States.

It dates to early to mid 16th century. It's made from glazed terracotta. Dimensions: Overall: 37.5 x 37.5 x 21 cm (14 3/4 x 14 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.).

It's made from glazed terracotta. Terracotta (fired clay) was one of the most common sculptural materials, used for everything from small figurines to architectural decoration.

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