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Elisabetta Querini, died 1559, Daughter of Francesco Querini of Venice, Wife of Lorenzo Masolo, Widowed 1556 [obverse]

Danese Cattaneo

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a circular medallion featuring a profile portrait of a woman facing left. The subject is a classical female figure with detailed hair, including braids and decorative elements. The medallion is made of a copper-colored material, possibly bronze. Around the edges are inscriptions. The sculpture has gentle wear, suggesting age.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3301 × 3301 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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