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Fernando Alvarez de Toledo, 1507-1582, 3rd Duke of Alba [obverse]

Giuliano Giannini

National Gallery of Art

The relief depicts a man's profile with detailed facial features, wearing ornate historic clothing with a high collar. The sculpture is made of a brownish metal, possibly bronze, and features inscribed text nearby. The round sculpture resembles a large medallion or coin.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1580
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
3504 × 3562 px
Public Domain
Yes
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