Willibald Pirkheimer, 1470-1530, and Albrecht Dürer, 1471-1528

Georg Holdermann

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts two historical figures in a profile view on a medal or a plaque. The figure on the left is a man with curly hair and a stern expression, wearing a coat with a prominent, fluffy collar. The figure on the right has long, wavy hair and a beard, with a gentle facial expression. The sculpture is rendered in a metallic silver color, characteristic of a metal such as silver or a similar alloy. The surface of the piece is relatively smooth, allowing for detailed engraving. The two figures appear to be engaged in conversation or interaction, with an artistic instrument or symbol placed between them in the background. The sculpture's round format and relief style give it a tactile, three-dimensional quality. Surrounding the figures is an embossed inscription that further frames the piece.