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Antonio di Dante Castiglione

Style of Niccolò Fiorentino

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a medallion featuring the profile of a man looking to the left. The name "ANTONIVSDANDTEDECASITLION" is inscribed around the edge of the disc. The medallion is crafted from metal, likely bronze, with a brownish color and areas of lighter hue. The surface shows texture, suggesting age and wear, with a small hole at the top. The image is a detailed relief against a flat background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1485/1500
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3852 × 3852 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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