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François I, 1494-1547, King of France 1515 [obverse]

Attributed to Giovanni Maria Pomedelli

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a detailed profile relief of a man depicted facing right. He wears a hat with a decorative element, possibly feathers, and attire that includes a visible collar and draping. The material is bronze, giving a brownish hue with hints of tarnish. The sculpture is on a round medallion with an inscription along the perimeter.

Artwork Details

Date
1515 or after
Medium
bronze//Not contemporary cast
Dimensions
3381 × 3336 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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