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Andrea Carafa, Count of Santa Severina [obverse]

Neapolitan 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a circular medallion featuring the profile of a man wearing a helmet with a prominent crest that curves downwards. The sculpture is crafted from bronze, giving it a brownish color with areas of patina visible across the surface. The figure's profile faces to the right and is depicted in relief against the flat background, showcasing facial features and a headdress in detail. The medallion is inscribed along the rim with text, which curves around the subject’s head.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1496/1525
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3388 × 3388 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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