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Maddalena of Mantua [obverse]

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National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a circular medallion featuring a side profile portrait of a woman named "MAGDALENA MANTVANA." The medallion is made of dark bronze material, with polished raised surfaces creating a contrast against the darker background. The woman is shown in a classical profile view, with her hair styled in a straight, shoulder-length fashion, and adorned with a necklace and textured garment. The medallion's border is encircled with embossed script on the top and bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
1504
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4076 × 4032 px
Public Domain
Yes
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