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Calidonia Visconti Cavanago, Wife of Lucio Cavanago [obverse]

Italian 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a coin with a portrait relief of an individual in profile. The person is wearing elaborate attire with visible braids in the hair, and a high-collared garment. An inscription "CALIDONIA*VICL*COMES*VIRAGO" surrounds the edge of the coin. The surface of the coin has an oxidized copper tone. The craftsmanship displays detailed textures in the hair and clothing.

Artwork Details

Date
after 1550
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4025 × 4025 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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