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Giovanna Dandolo, Wife of Pasquale Malipiero [reverse]

Pietro da Fano

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a medallion featuring the profile of a man in a Renaissance-era robe and hat, adorned with intricate patterns and designs. It is made of coppery bronze with areas of patina. The man depicted is wearing a tall, triangular hat and has angular facial features. The surrounding area of the medallion has raised text in the form of a Latin inscription. The medallion also features a small hole at the top.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1457/1462
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4382 × 4382 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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