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Pietro Bembo, 1470-1547, Cardinal 1538 [obverse]

Valerio Belli

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a profile relief of a human face, displaying a man with long, straight, slightly wavy hair falling to the neck. The subject has a prominent nose, a defined chin, and a calm expression. The sculpture is made of bronze, with a dark brown color and subtle highlights where the light strikes. The face is encased in a round, coin-like medallion. The surrounding inscription reads "PETRI BEMBI," potentially indicating the subject's identity. The style of the sculpture is reminiscent of classical or Renaissance medallions.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1532
Medium
bronze//Struck
Dimensions
3779 × 3779 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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