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Pietro Papaleo
Saint Pie V Ghisliericirca 1712

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Terracotta sculpture of a seated figure in papal vestments and a three-tiered tiara, with detailed carved drapery and an open-mouthed expression
Terracotta sculpture of a seated figure seen from behind, wearing an ornate cape with carved foliate border and a detailed crown or tiara, with rough unfinished stone-like base visible.
Terracotta sculpture of a seated bearded figure wearing papal robes and tiara, leaning forward to unroll a scroll, with finely modeled drapery and embroidered vestment details.
Artist or Maker
Pietro Papaleo
Italy, 1642-1718
Title
Saint Pie V Ghislieri
Date Made
circa 1712
Medium
Earthenware
Dimensions
20 3/4 x 10 1/4 x 10 7/8 in. (52.71 x 26.04 x 27.62 cm)
Credit Line
European Art Acquisition Fund
Accession Number
M.2011.11
Classification
Sculpture
Collecting Area
European Painting and Sculpture