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Alfonso V of Aragon, 1394-1458, King of Naples and Sicily 1443 [obverse]

Pisanello

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a circular medallion with a relief sculpture of a man's bust facing left. The man appears to be older, wearing a high-collared garment. The medallion, made of a metallic material, likely silver, features an inscription in a serif typeface along the perimeter, with a crown relief at the bottom. The craftsmanship emphasizes the facial features and clothing.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1449
Medium
bronze//Late cast
Dimensions
4162 × 4162 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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