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Borso d'Este, 1413-1471, Marquess of Ferrara 1450, Duke of Modena and Reggio 1452, and 1st Duke of Ferrara 1471 [obverse]

Ferrarese 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a relief sculpture of a person's profile on a medallion or coin. The sculpture is likely made of bronze or brass, as indicated by its dull gold color. The subject wears a tall, pleated hat and a textured garment. An inscription encircles the profile on the medallion.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1475/1505
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4564 × 4564 px
Public Domain
Yes
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