Antique Marriage Scene

Valerio Belli

National Gallery of Art

The oval-shaped bronze medallion features a scene with human figures and a winged figure above. In the background, there is a structure resembling a classical building or temple with a triangular pediment. The material appears to be dark and tarnished, likely bronze, with a reddish-brown hue. The surface has a textured appearance, indicative of age and wear. The sculpted figures are in relief, protruding from the background, and appear to be partaking in a procession or gathering. There is a small hole at the top of the medallion, suggesting it may have been designed to be hung or worn. The figures are in classical attire, reminiscent of draped robes in ancient Greco-Roman depictions.