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Mehmed II Riding [reverse]

Costanzo da Ferrara

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicted is a relief medal featuring a central figure of a man riding a horse. The man is dressed in tunic-like attire and holding the reins. Both the horse and rider are detailed prominently, with emphasis on their postures. The medal is circular and features inscriptions around its circumference, with decorative elements like a tree and shrubbery in the background. The sculpture is crafted from bronze. The image is embossed, allowing the figures to stand out three-dimensionally against the flat background. The piece is viewed directly from the front, allowing clear observation of the design and text.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1477/1480
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4726 × 4726 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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