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Saint with Sword and Palm

Probably Lombard 15th/16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a roundel featuring a figure of a bearded man holding a staff. The man is facing forward and is depicted in a carved design. The sculpture is made of a material that looks like a combination of dark wood or metal, with a golden hue accentuating the figure and rim. There are intricate carvings and crosshatching depicting the man's attire. The sculpture has a circular shape resembling a medallion or decorative plaque, giving it a historic or classical aesthetic.

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th/early 16th century
Medium
nielloed silver with gilded ground
Dimensions
7711 × 7686 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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