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Viglius van Aytta of Zuichem, 1507-1577, Lawyer and Humanist [obverse]

Jacques Jonghelinck

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a detailed medal featuring a bust portrait of a bearded man, shown in profile facing right. The man is wearing a hat and a coat with a fur lining along with intricately detailed clothing. Surrounding the portrait, there is a border of text, likely denoting the man's name or title. The sculpture is made of metal, likely bronze, with a rich golden-brown hue and darker accents emphasizing the recesses of the design. This medal resembles historical coins or commemorative pieces, showing high detail in the facial features and texture of the attire.

Artwork Details

Date
1568
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4698 × 4698 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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