The Church and Paganism Beside the Fountain of Life [reverse]

Parisian 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image features a round sculptural medallion with a central design of two seated figures facing each other. The figure on the left is robed and looking towards the figure on the right, who is partially draped. Between them stands a tree or bush emerging from a vessel, topped with a cross. The medallion is a metallic bronze color, and surrounded by inscribed text. The carving is detailed and the poses are classical.