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Anne of Brittany, 1477-1514, Wife of Charles VIII 1491 [reverse]

Louis Lepère, Nicolas de Florence, and Jean Lepère

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a round, coin-like sculpture depicting a portrait of a woman with a crown and regal attire. The material appears to be metallic with a brownish hue. The profile features detailed facial characteristics and a complex hairstyle. Inscriptions in capital letters surround the portrait, with decorative elements filling the background space. The sculpture shows fine detail and craftsmanship, with a small hole near the bottom edge.

Artwork Details

Date
1493/1494
Medium
bronze//Struck
Dimensions
4007 × 4007 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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