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Maria Poliziana [obverse]

Style of Niccolò Fiorentino

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a medallion featuring the profile of a woman facing left. Her hair is long and wavy, extending down past her shoulders, and she is adorned with a necklace. It is made of a dark metal with reddish-brown patina, noticeable on the hair and edges. The surface appears aged with variations in texture. The words "MARIA POLITANA" are inscribed around the edges. The portrait is detailed with the facial features and hair sculpted in relief against the background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1490/1495
Medium
bronze//Late cast
Dimensions
3579 × 3579 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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