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Portrait of a Woman

Alfonso Ruspagiari

National Gallery of Art

The relief is of a profile portrait depicting a woman. She has an intricate hairstyle with floral elements cascading down her head. Her attire is draped over her shoulders, showing a fabric-like texture. The piece is brownish metal, possibly bronze, with areas of patina. It is mounted on an oval-shaped backing with a top hole for hanging. The facial features, hair, and clothing textures are finely crafted, giving a sense of classical elegance.

Artwork Details

Date
late 16th century
Medium
lead//Cast hollow
Dimensions
5115 × 6053 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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