Donatello: Equestrian Monument of Gattamelata

•Donatello was influenced by ancient Greek and roman examples such as the Marcus Aurelius in Rome and Constantine.

•Used a high base and restricted design to show bold masses and powerful tension. – the horse’s anatomy lacks in detail.

•The way Donatello portrays Gattamelata, makes one feel that Donatello may have met Gattamelata in person.

•Every element of design contributes to the impression of Gattamelata’s emotional and physical forces held under his stern control.

•Most likely created in the image of the ideal man of the Renaissance.
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