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Ippolita di Ferdinando Gonzaga

Leone Leoni

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a detailed medallion featuring a relief portrait of a woman. The woman is depicted in profile, facing the left, and is adorned with intricate attire and jewelry, including a necklace and a brooch. Her hair is styled with curls and an ornate headdress. The medallion is made of metal, giving it a metallic appearance and is circular with a raised edge. An inscription around the edge reads "HIPPOLYTA GONZAGA FERDINANDI." The surface has a slightly aged and tarnished look. It is presented against a plain black background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1551
Medium
lead//Cast hollow
Dimensions
4970 × 5006 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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