The sculpture on the coin features a relief of a human figure in a reclining or fallen pose, with one arm reaching upwards. The background of the relief includes an architectural structure with columns on the right and foliage or possibly a tree on the left. The material of the sculpture appears to be metal, with the color being a weathered bronze or copper, exhibiting an aged patina. The sculpture, being part of a coin, is of a small, circular shape and is designed to be viewed up close, revealing intricate details despite its size. The border of the coin is beaded, and there is an engraving around the edge.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1550
- Medium
- bronze
- Dimensions
- 4348 × 4348 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original