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Inscription in a Wreath [reverse]

Paduan 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a circular sculpture resembling a coin or medallion. The sculpture features a series of engraved inscriptions consisting of Latin letters and Roman numerals framed within a decorative vine pattern along the outer edge. The sculpture is brown in color, indicating it may be made of bronze or a similar metal. The surface appears slightly worn. It is a flat object with the inscriptions and decorations raised slightly from the background, showcasing embossed details.

Artwork Details

Date
1515
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3403 × 3403 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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