The Castle of Pesaro [reverse]

Gianfrancesco Enzola

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a round, embossed relief depicting a castle with multiple towers and crenellations, surrounded by walls. The castle is centrally located and appears grand and fortified, with a series of battlements along the top of each tower and wall. The sculpture is crafted from a bronze or brass material, giving it a metallic sheen that is predominantly brown with slight variations in its patina that provide hints of greenish oxidization. The surface of the sculpture is intricately detailed with architectural elements highlighting the castle's windows, gates, and stone textures. The edges of the sculpture feature engraved text, encircling the castle design, although the letters are worn and partially illegible. The perspective of the relief gives the castle a prominent and imposing appearance, symbolizing strength and durability in its design.