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Seated Figure of Fortune [reverse]

Niccolò Fiorentino

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a round medal or coin featuring a seated figure holding an object in one hand and another object on a pedestal beside the other hand. The subject is depicted in a classical-style draped garment, with one foot resting on a small round object. The object is made from a copper-colored metal with areas of lighter coloration, showcasing a patina. The perimeter of the coin has inscriptions at the top and bottom, framing the central figure. The relief carving gives the subject a three-dimensional appearance against the flat surface of the medal.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1485
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3396 × 3396 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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