Death and Peace Closing the Door of the Temple of Janus [reverse]

Italian 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sculpted disc featuring a central round architectural structure with a domed roof, adorned with textured scales or tiles. The structure resembles a small temple and is flanked by two figures standing at its entrance. One figure holds an object, possibly a staff or scythe. The sculpture is gold in color, suggesting it may be made of brass, bronze, or gold-plated material. The entire scene is enclosed within a round disc with an inscribed border along the outer edge. The craftsmanship highlights detailed relief work, focusing on the architectural and human forms depicted on the surface.