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Lorenzo de' Medici, il Magnifico, 1449-1492 [obverse]

Niccolò Fiorentino

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a detailed relief of a profile portrait. The man depicted has shoulder-length hair and is wearing a garment. His head is turned slightly to the right, and his facial features are defined. The relief is circular and made of bronze, with a warm patina highlighting the design. Engraved text surrounds the portrait. The surface has an uneven texture, giving it an aged appearance. A small hole at the top suggests the piece may have been mounted or worn.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1490
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4656 × 4656 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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