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Jakob Muffel, 1509-1569, Patrician of Nuremberg

Valentin Maler

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a detailed bas-relief portrait of a man with a prominent mustache and long beard, wearing a garment with a high collar. This piece is presented on a round medallion. The material of the sculpture looks like metal, possibly a tarnished silver, giving it a grayish color with highlights catching the light on certain edges and features. The man's facial expression is serious, with deep-set eyes and a thoughtful demeanor. The surface of the sculpture has inscriptions around the perimeter, with the outer border adorned with a beaded pattern.

Artwork Details

Date
1569
Medium
lead//Cast hollow
Dimensions
4493 × 4493 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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