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Antonia del Balzo, 1441-1538, Wife of Gianfrancesco Gonzaga di Rodigo 1479 [obverse]

Antico

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a relief sculpture of a woman in profile. She is depicted wearing detailed necklaces and headwear, suggesting nobility. The sculpture is set in a circular medallion made of dark metal. There is inscription along the outer edge of the medallion and a small hole at the top.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1487
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3545 × 3426 px
Public Domain
Yes
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