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Rudolph II, 1552-1612, Holy Roman Emperor 1576 [obverse]

Antonio Abondio

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a bas-relief portrait of a man identified as "RVDOLPHVS II" from the inscription along the edge. The figure is shown in profile facing right, with detailed features such as a bearded face and curly hair, wearing a high-collared garment with intricate detailing including folds and a chain. The piece is designed as a circular medallion with a loop at the top.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1577
Medium
silver
Dimensions
4511 × 5349 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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