Relief, Occhio di David di Michelangelo - 24 cm - Plaster - 1990

A cast of Michelangelo’s David’s eye is a partial reproduction (in plaster, resin, or other materials) much sought after by art students, sculptors, and enthusiasts for studying anatomy and drawing.
• The shape of the pupils: If you look closely at the face of the famous sculpture (housed at the Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence), you’ll notice that the pupils are not round but shaped like a small heart (or wedge).
• The play of light: Michelangelo carved the marble this way so that light would become trapped in the recess, creating a deep shadow. This technique gives David’s gaze its lively, proud, and focused expression.