Entombment of Christ 1495 - 1503

This bronze plaquette, depicting the Entombment of Christ, is a work by the Italian artist Moderno (Galeazzo Mondella) from the early 16th century. The piece, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, showcases Moderno’s mastery of the Renaissance style, with its focus on naturalism and intricate detail. The scene is set in a mountainous landscape, with the body of Christ being lowered into a tomb by his followers. The figures are sculpted with realistic proportions and expressive gestures, and the overall composition is balanced and harmonious. Moderno's works were admired for their high level of craftsmanship and artistic innovation.