Resting Discobolus
Title
Resting Discobolus
Creator
Date
Identifier
RDS_treasures_252_Kessels_Discobolus.jpg
Description
Modelled as a seated discus thrower, resting on a cloak, with a title plaque inscribed DISCOBOLUS M. KESSELS ROME 1826 THE BEQUEST OF MRS ANNE D RUTLAND 1856.
Source
RDS Treasures Collection
Rights
Copyright RDS Library & Archives. Publication, transmission or display is prohibited without formal written approval of the RDS Library & Archives.
Relation
RDS Library & Archives
Format
Sculpture
Coverage
1826
Original Format
Marble
Physical Dimensions
86 x 132 cm
Collection
Citation
Kessels, Mathieu, 1784-1836, “Resting Discobolus,” RDS Digital Archive, accessed July 16, 2025, https://digitalarchive.rds.ie/items/show/4022.