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Filippo Maria Visconti, 1392-1447, Duke of Milan 1412 [obverse]

Pisanello

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a bas-relief portrait of a man depicted in profile. The man is wearing a hat and his facial features, including a prominent nose, are detailed. He is dressed in elaborate clothing. The sculpture appears to be made of bronze with a brown patina. It is a round medallion with inscribed text around the perimeter. The craftsmanship of the bas-relief provides insight into its historical significance.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1441
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3172 × 3173 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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