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Antoine Perrenot, Cardinal Granvelle, 1517-1586, Bishop of Arras 1540, Cardinal 1561 [obverse]

Giovanni Vincenzo Melone

National Gallery of Art

The relief on the circular medal features a profile view of a bearded man. The man has a contemplative expression and wears a garment with a raised collar. The material appears to be silver or a similar metal, giving it a shiny, reflective surface with a dark patina in some areas. The text around the edge of the medal is in a classic serif font.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1571
Medium
silver
Dimensions
3912 × 3865 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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