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Matthaus Schyrer, born 1550, Printer [obverse]

Valentin Maler

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a round medallion of a man named Matthäus Schyrer, with an inscription around the edge. The medallion is made of a material similar to bronze, with a deep toasted brown color and lighter golden highlights. The man has a short hairstyle, facial hair, and wears a garment with a high collar and a decorative chain around his neck. There is a small hole at the top of the medallion. The surface has a weathered texture.

Artwork Details

Date
1584
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3546 × 3546 px
Public Domain
Yes
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