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Giangaleazzo Visconti, First Duke of Milan [obverse]

Italian 18th/19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a man in an oval frame. The man is in profile, looking to the right. He has short wavy hair, prominent facial features, noticeable facial hair, and a square jaw. He wears a detailed garment with a high collar and intricate patterns, as well as a chain. The frame around the portrait has gold filigree, ornamental designs, and colorful jewels, including reds and blues. The background is dark.

Artwork Details

Date
probably late 18th or early 19th century
Medium
nielloed silver with traces of gilding
Dimensions
1902 × 2191 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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