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Mars and Diana

Italian 15th Century, after the Antique

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a medallion featuring two subjects in profile facing each other. The left figure is adorned with a crown and decorated clothing, while the right figure wears a decorative headdress or crown and detailed attire. The sculpture is made of possibly bronze or a similar material, with a dark brown color and green patina. The surface is slightly corroded, depicting age. The sculpture appears small, flat, and portable, with a small hole near the top center.

Artwork Details

Date
fourth quarter 15th century
Medium
bronze//Dark brown patina
Dimensions
4120 × 3350 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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