Hans Bolsterer

German, died 1573

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The sculpture features a profile relief of a person's head and torso, accompanied by intricate clothing suggestive of historical fashion. The figure wears a detailed garment with swirling patterns and a high collar. The head is covered by a structured headpiece with a rounded top and straight lines. Crafted from bronze, the sculpture has a brown patina with highlighted tones. Surrounding the relief is a circular border with engraved text, adding to its medallion-like appearance. The careful attention to texture and engraving gives the figure a dignified presence in this three-dimensional representation.
Hans Bolsterer, Elisabeth Grünenberger, born 1518, Wife of Johann Fichard 1539 (reverse), 1547, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.1203.b

Elisabeth Grünenberger, born 1518, Wife of Johann Fichard 1539 (reverse)

Hans Bolsterer · 1547 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.1203.b

The sculpture is a circular medallion featuring the profile of a man facing to the right. The subject has a detailed beard, wears a hat, and is clad in a garment with elaborate folds and a collar. The medallion is made of a bronze-like material, with a warm, brownish patina that emphasizes the various textures and intricate details of the man's attire and facial features. Surrounding the profile is an inscription that runs along the edge of the medallion. The sculpture appears like a traditional medallion or coin.
Hans Bolsterer, Johann Fichard, 1512-1581, Syndic of Frankfurt am Main [obverse], 1547, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.1203.a

Johann Fichard, 1512-1581, Syndic of Frankfurt am Main [obverse]

Hans Bolsterer · 1547 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.1203.a