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Caspar Wintzerer, 1465 or 1475-1542, Bavarian Soldier [obverse]

Friedrich Hagenauer

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a circular bronze medal with the profile of a man in a Renaissance-style outfit. The man has detailed facial features, a prominent nose, and curly hair under a cap. He wears a chain over his shoulder. The bronze gives it a metallic appearance. The border has a braided design. The small scale resembles a historical medallion, showcasing craftsmanship in relief sculpture.

Artwork Details

Date
1526
Medium
lead//After-cast
Dimensions
4845 × 4798 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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