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Isabella Mariani Carcass, Wife of Gianfrancesco Carcass

Giovanni Battista Cambio, called Bombarda

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features a profile portrait of a woman on a circular object resembling a medal or coin. The woman is depicted in relief, wearing detailed clothing with a high collar. Her hair is styled with ornamental detailing and she appears to wear a structured headpiece. The inscription "ISABELLA MARIANA" and "CARCASS" surrounds the edge of the sculpture. The material appears to be dark metallic, possibly bronze.

Artwork Details

Date
late 16th century
Medium
lead//Cast hollow
Dimensions
5044 × 5044 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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