Mucius Scaevola c. 15th century

"Mucius Scaevola" is a 15th-century bronze plaquette by the Master IO.F.F., a prominent Northern Renaissance artist active in the early 16th century. This small, intricately detailed work depicts the Roman hero Mucius Scaevola, who famously thrust his hand into a fire to demonstrate his courage. The plaquette is a fine example of the artist's skill in rendering realistic figures and a sense of depth within a limited space, while maintaining the delicate aesthetic of the plaquette format. This work is believed to have been created as a decorative element, perhaps intended for a private collection or a piece of personal adornment.