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François I, 1494-1547, King of France 1515 [obverse]

French 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a round medallion featuring a relief of a bearded man in profile, facing left. This figure appears to be an ancient or classical subject, wearing laurel leaves on his head and draped clothing, suggestive of a toga. The medallion is crafted from metal and has a worn, reddish-brown patina with a varied texture. There is a small circular hole at the top of the medallion. The detailed rendering of the facial features and clothing folds adds depth, creating an impression of an old, weathered artifact.

Artwork Details

Date
early 16th century
Medium
bronzed lead
Dimensions
4581 × 4547 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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