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Joseph II, 1741-1790, Holy Roman Emperor 1765 [obverse]

Johann Georg Holtzhey

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a man in profile with his hair tied back and draped in a toga-like garment. It is made of bronze or copper, circular with raised inscriptions around the edges that read "JOSEPH II DG ROM IMP VERA PIETATIS VINDEX." The craftsmanship shows detailed hair texturing and smooth facial features in classical or neoclassical style.

Artwork Details

Date
1782
Medium
silver
Dimensions
4899 × 4825 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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