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Nicolas Maugras, Bishop of Uzes 1483-1503 [obverse]

Attributed to Giovanni Candida

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a round medallion depicting a profile portrait of a man inscribed with "NICOLAUS MALREGRESSIS VICECENSIS." The subject of the sculpture has distinct facial features, including a prominent nose and slightly open mouth, and is wearing a robe with a high collar. The figure has short hair that seems carefully styled. The color of the sculpture is predominantly a dark metallic brown with a hint of reddish patina.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1500
Medium
bronze//High rim
Dimensions
4393 × 4393 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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