Apollonio Massa, Doctor of Medicine 19th century

This marble bust of Apollonio Massa, a doctor of medicine, was created by Alessandro Vittoria in the 19th century. The sculpture is a realistic portrayal of Massa, with attention to detail in his facial features, long beard, and the folds of his clothing. This work exemplifies Vittoria's skill in rendering naturalistic figures, reflecting the High Renaissance artistic style that emphasized anatomical accuracy and emotional expression. The bust, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, provides a glimpse into the artistic and scientific achievements of the Renaissance era.