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A Roman Emperor

Italian 15th or 16th Century, after the Antique

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is an oval medallion featuring a raised relief of a profile portrait of a person facing left. The subject has classical features and is depicted with a laurel wreath tied at the back of their head. The attire suggests draped fabric. The sculpture is made from a metallic material, likely bronze, with a brownish color and signs of patina. It has a small hole at the top, possibly for suspension. The detailed hair and facial features provide a realistic and dignified portrayal.

Artwork Details

Date
15th or 16th century
Medium
bronze//Medium brown patina
Dimensions
2556 × 3283 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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