Ceres 1600 - 1899

"Ceres" is a bronze sculpture by Niccolò Roccatagliata, a prominent Italian sculptor of the early 17th century. The sculpture depicts the Roman goddess Ceres, who embodies agriculture and fertility, standing in a relaxed, yet dignified pose, holding a sheaf of wheat. The piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, showcases Roccatagliata's mastery in capturing the human form with realism and grace. The bronze sculpture's smooth, polished surface and its modest size likely made it a popular decorative item among art collectors of the time.