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Marco Barbarigo, c. 1413-1486, Doge of Venice 1485 [obverse]

Circle of Vettor Gambello, called Camelio

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a circular medallion featuring a profile relief of a man wearing a traditional doge cap. The subject is an older man with prominent facial features including a pointed nose and a pronounced chin. The medallion is made of a metallic material with a bronze-like color and a slightly weathered texture. Surrounding the man's profile are embossed inscriptions, likely in Latin. There is a small hole near the top edge. The size of the medallion suggests it could be held in one's hand.

Artwork Details

Date
1485/1486
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4587 × 4587 px
Public Domain
Yes
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