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Jean d'Anjou, 1426-1470, Duke of Calabria and Lorraine [obverse]

Francesco Laurana

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a round relief medallion featuring a profile portrait of a man wearing a pointed hat. The material appears to be metallic bronze with an aged patina. There is an inscription around the edge in raised letters. The figure faces right and has well-defined facial features and attire suggesting a noble status.

Artwork Details

Date
1464
Medium
bronze//Late cast
Dimensions
4501 × 4546 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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