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Helen of Troy [obverse]

Valerio Belli

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a profile portrait of a female figure. The figure wears a decorative headdress, earrings, and Greek inscriptions surround the portrait. The sculpture is made of metal, likely bronze, featuring a weathered, dark golden color. The portrait is in relief against the flat background of the medallion. A hole is located at the top of the coin. The craftsmanship is detailed with intricate facial features and adornments.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3216 × 3216 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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