Magus 1530 - 1565

Francisco Giralte’s "Magus" (1530-1565), a life-sized wood sculpture currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, depicts a figure in an ornate robe and turban, holding a staff and appearing to be in deep contemplation. The artist's masterful use of wood carving, particularly the detail of the fabric, reveals his talent and the importance of this sculpture as a work of Spanish Renaissance art. The detailed rendering of the figure's clothing and the melancholic expression on his face create a powerful and thought-provoking image, which has contributed to the sculpture's enduring appeal and recognition.