Artwork preview

Luna [obverse]

Concz Welcz

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is an ancient coin depicting the profile of a woman. She has an intricate hairstyle with braids and locks adorned with a decorative headpiece. The woman is depicted wearing layers around her neck, with classical features like a pronounced nose and full lips. Inscriptions in an ancient script and a crescent shape are visible on the right side of the coin. The coin is a metallic gray color, likely made of silver, giving it a reflective appearance. It offers insight into historical currency design and portraiture.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1500/1599
Medium
silver//Struck
Dimensions
2699 × 2699 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original