Clemente da Urbino

da Urbino, Clemente
Urbino, Clemente da

Milanese, active 1468

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The sculpture depicts an older man wearing a flat hat and ornate clothing in profile. The man is looking to the left, showing detailed facial features including a prominent nose and lips. The sculpture is made of bronze, giving it a metallic brown color with visible patina. Engraved inscriptions run along the edges of the circular form, which likely offer context or identification. The sculpture is designed as a medallion with a hole near the edge for suspension or display.
Clemente da Urbino, Federigo da Montefeltro, 1422-1482, Count of Urbino 1444, and Duke 1474 [obverse], 1468, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.693.a

Federigo da Montefeltro, 1422-1482, Count of Urbino 1444, and Duke 1474 [obverse]

Clemente da Urbino · 1468 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.693.a

This is a photograph of a historical or commemorative medal. The image features a circular metal object with intricate designs and inscriptions. The central focus of the medal includes an eagle with outstretched wings at the bottom, atop which sits a spherical object. Flanking the central design are two devices—a helmeted figure with raised sword on the left and a design of a plumed helmet atop a column or pedestal on the right. Above these elements is an arc of celestial symbols: a star, a planet, and another star with adjacent symbols resembling a key or ankh. Surrounding the border of the medal is an inscribed Latin text, featuring phrases like "MARS FERVET" and "INVICTUS." The overall design suggests themes of power, conquest, or honor, likely referencing the achievements or aspirations of a notable figure or event from history. The craftsmanship indicates a detailed and deliberate composition, highlighting artistic and historical significance.
Clemente da Urbino, Eagle with Spread Wings Supporting a Platform of Symbolic Objects [reverse], 1468, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.693.b

Eagle with Spread Wings Supporting a Platform of Symbolic Objects [reverse]

Clemente da Urbino · 1468 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.693.b