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Louis XIII, 1601-1643, King of France 1610 [obverse]

Guillaume Dupré

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a circular medallion featuring the profile of a man with curly hair and a beard, facing to the right. His attire includes a detailed, patterned collar and draped clothing. The material appears to be a bronze or similar metal, with a warm, coppery brown hue. The edges of the medallion are bordered with a dotted line. There is an engraved inscription around the perimeter in the upper half of the medallion. A small hole at the top center suggests it could be displayed or worn. The craftsmanship highlights the detailed texture and form of the man’s features and clothing.

Artwork Details

Date
1623
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
5145 × 5145 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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