The statue of ''St. Proclus'' (1494–1495) was created by
Michelangelo out of
marble
Marble is a metamorphic rock composed of recrystallized carbonate minerals, most commonly calcite or dolomite. Marble is typically not foliated (layered), although there are exceptions. In geology, the term ''marble'' refers to metamorphose ...
. Its height is 58.5 cm. It is situated in the
Basilica of San Domenico
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,
Bologna
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. Its subject is
Saint Proculus (Proculus), a
martyr
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of Bologna.
See also
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List of works by Michelangelo
The following is a list of works of painting, sculpture and architecture by the Italian Renaissance
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Sculptures by Michelangelo
1490s sculptures
Marble sculptures in Italy
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