

Round Shield with the Surrender of the Elector of Saxony at Mühlberg
Round shield with a gold and black color scheme. The shield has a raised outer rim with small rivets around its edge. The shield's surface features an embossed design depicting a battle scene with multiple figures on horseback and on foot. The central scene shows a man on horseback, likely representing the Elector of Saxony, surrounded by other figures, some of whom appear to be surrendering. The border of the shield is decorated with additional embossed designs, including foliage and mythological or allegorical scenes. The shield is displayed against a gray background, with a white surface below it.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 1560–70
- Medium
- Steel, gold, silver
- Culture
- Italian, Milan
- Dimensions
- 499 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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