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Costanzo Sforza, 1447-1483, Lord of Pesaro 1473 [obverse]

Gianfrancesco Enzola

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a profile portrait of a person facing left. The individual has a distinct hairstyle with short, wavy hair that is detailed with fine incisions. The person is wearing detailed armor or robe with intricate patterns visible on the shoulder and neckline. The sculpture is a circular medallion or relief made from a material resembling metal with a bronze or copper hue. There is an inscription along the circular edge of the medallion. The sculpture's form is flat and round, resembling a coin or medallion, with highly defined details.

Artwork Details

Date
1475
Medium
lead//After-cast
Dimensions
3160 × 3136 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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