Pietro Canonica bronze sculpture, The Abyss (or Paolo and Francesca)

The sculpture, titled 'The Abyss' or 'Paolo and Francesca' by Pietro Canonica, depicts two figures intertwined within a rocky, abstract form. The bronze material gives the piece a dark, textured appearance, highlighting the dramatic and emotional pose of the figures. The composition suggests a moment of deep connection, possibly tragic, given the alternate title referencing Dante's famous lovers from the Inferno. Canonica's signature is visible on the base, confirming the artist.