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Allegorical Plaquette [reverse]

Italian 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a medallion featuring a nude male figure holding a key in one hand and a torch in the other, surrounded by celestial elements like stars and a globe in relief. The medallion is made of bronzed material with an aged appearance. There is a banner above the figure with unclear text and the year "1555" below. At the top, there is a loop-like structure for hanging or attachment, ornamented with a symbolic motif.

Artwork Details

Date
first half 16th century
Medium
bronze//Medium brown patina
Dimensions
3696 × 4837 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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