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Magdalena Rummel, Wife of Lorenz Staiber 1509 [reverse]

Matthes Gebel

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features a profile portrait of a woman on a circular medallion or coin. She wears a wide-brimmed hat and her hair is gathered and covered. She has a high collar and necklaces. The medallion is metallic with a dark patina. The woman's facial features, headdress, and attire are detailed. There are inscriptions around the edge of the medallion. The relief sculpture shows depth and dimension.

Artwork Details

Date
1535
Medium
lead
Dimensions
3642 × 3642 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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