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Galeazzo Maria Sforza, 1444-1476, Count of Pavia [obverse]

Antonio Marescotti

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a medallion featuring the profile of a person facing left. The person has detailed features and styled hair, and is wearing a garment that covers the neck. The medallion is round with an inscription encircling the central figure along the rim. The sculpture appears to be made of dark-colored metal, giving it a gray to silver hue. The medallion resembles a raised relief with fine details and intricate craftsmanship.

Artwork Details

Date
1457
Medium
lead
Dimensions
3828 × 3828 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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