Allegori 1784

C.F. Stanley’s 1784 plaster relief sculpture, “Allegori,” depicts three figures engaged in labor. The central figure stands with a tool, while the other two figures are kneeling in a posture suggestive of planting or harvesting. The sculpture is a prime example of Neoclassical style, characterized by its emphasis on classical themes and forms, and its use of idealized figures. The sculpture was crafted during the artist's mature period and showcases the sculptor's skills in portraying human form and emotion. “Allegori” is currently housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst (SMK) in Denmark.