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Henri IV, 1553-1610, King of France 1589, as Mars [obverse]

Nicolas Guinier

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a circular medallion featuring the profile of a man wearing a detailed helmet adorned with a plume of feathers. The man is shown in a side view, looking to the right. The helmet has a crest and the man has a beard. He appears to wear classical military or warrior attire, with visible shoulder armor. The sculpture is made of dark material resembling aged bronze, with a patina that enhances its features. Inscriptions are present along the medallion's border, though some letters may be obscured by the weathered texture. The medallion sculpture is finely crafted, emphasizing quality and historical impression.

Artwork Details

Date
model 1601, cast possibly before 1610
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4988 × 6154 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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