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Nessus and Deianeira
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Nessus and Deianeira

Francesco Fanelli (Italian, 1661), artist · made in England, probably 1630–40 · bronze

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

Fanelli apparently came from Florence and this group clearly indicates that he was familiar with the work of Giambologna, the leading sculptor active in that city around 1600.

Cleveland Museum of Art’s own description
Credit lineNessus and Deianeira, made in England, probably 1630–40. Francesco Fanelli (Italian, 1661). Bronze; overall: 24.3 x 18.9 cm (9 9/16 x 7 7/16 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund, 1975.31

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