Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto

Cesati, Alessandro
Grechetto, Il

Roman, active 1538/1564

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The image shows a bas-relief on a coin with a profile portrait of a woman. The woman has intricate, flowing hair with a laurel wreath. She is wearing Greco-Roman attire, indicated by draped clothing and a classical hairstyle. The coin is bronze-colored and has inscriptions in ancient Greek script. The sculpture resembles an ancient coin, with a detailed depiction of the woman's face and clothing.
Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto, Dido, Queen of Carthage [obverse], 16th century, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.961.a

Dido, Queen of Carthage [obverse]

Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto · 16th century · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.961.a

The sculpture is a round medallion featuring a relief of an architectural structure resembling a classical building or cityscape, with columns, domes, spires, and boats at the bottom. It is made of metallic bronze with an aged patina. The medallion is intricately detailed and circular in shape with raised structures creating depth and texture.
Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto, Carthage with Galleys in Harbor [reverse], 16th century, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.961.b

Carthage with Galleys in Harbor [reverse]

Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto · 16th century · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.961.b

The sculpture is a circular medallion featuring the profile of a woman. The woman is adorned with intricate details, including a decorated collar and braided hair. The medallion is made of a bronze or copper-colored material. There are signs of oxidation and wear on the surface. An inscribed text is around the edge of the medallion. The woman's profile is rendered with attention to detail, emphasizing the textures in her attire and hair against the patinated background.
Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto, Marguerite of France, 1523-1574, Duchess of Savoy [reverse], after 1559, bronze//Struck; originally gilded, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.960.b

Marguerite of France, 1523-1574, Duchess of Savoy [reverse]

Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto · after 1559 · bronze//Struck; originally gilded ·  Accession ID  1957.14.960.b

The image shows a bas-relief portrait of a man in profile, facing right. The portrait displays detailed facial features, curly hair, and a beard, wearing a decorated garment with intricate patterns. The circular sculpture features an inscription that reads "EMANVEL PHILIBERTVS D.G. SAVLA." The material appears to be bronze with a brownish-gold patina, showcasing aged textures and wear, particularly along the edges and in the portrait details. Oxidation on the surface hints at its age and historical context. The sculpture is designed to represent the subject with respect and detail.
Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto, Emanuele Filiberto, 1528-1580, 10th Duke of Savoy 1553 [obverse], after 1559, bronze//Struck; originally gilded, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.960.a

Emanuele Filiberto, 1528-1580, 10th Duke of Savoy 1553 [obverse]

Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto · after 1559 · bronze//Struck; originally gilded ·  Accession ID  1957.14.960.a

The image depicts a relief on a coin featuring the profile of a bearded man wearing a robe with intricate scenes and embellishments. The inscription surrounding the man's profile reads “PAVLVS III PONT MAX ANXII.” The coin has a golden-brown hue, likely made from bronze or a similar metal. The high relief positions the figure prominently in the center, emphasizing the elaborate garment and facial features. The detailed artwork includes strands of hair and illustrated panels on the garment.
Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto, Paul III (Alessandro Farnese, 1468-1549), Pope 1534 [obverse], 1545, bronze//Struck, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.959.a

Paul III (Alessandro Farnese, 1468-1549), Pope 1534 [obverse]

Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto · 1545 · bronze//Struck ·  Accession ID  1957.14.959.a

The relief is on a circular bronze medallion or coin. It depicts a nude male figure standing with one foot slightly raised on a piece of terrain, holding a jug with his right hand and pouring liquid. Beside him is a large bird, likely an eagle, with its head turned towards the figure. Around the figures are some plants, and there is an inscription along the upper and lower edges of the medallion. The material is bronze, giving it a metallic brown color. The sculpture is finely detailed, emphasizing the musculature of the male figure, the feathers of the eagle, and the textural details of the plants and landscape around them.
Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto, Aquarius Watering the Farnese Lilies [reverse], 1545, bronze//Struck, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.959.b

Aquarius Watering the Farnese Lilies [reverse]

Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto · 1545 · bronze//Struck ·  Accession ID  1957.14.959.b

The sculpture is an embossed representation of a male figure with distinctive wavy hair and a beard. The figure is shown in a side profile looking to the right and is displayed on a round, coin-like object with copper and golden hues. Engraved Greek script surrounds the circular object. The craftsmanship shows fine detail in the hair and facial features.
Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto, Priam, King of Troy [obverse], 16th century, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.962.a

Priam, King of Troy [obverse]

Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto · 16th century · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.962.a

The sculpture is a circular relief featuring a detailed scene of an ancient city on the upper section and a maritime scene with ships and boats on the lower part. It is crafted in a brownish-bronze color, highlighting the intricate details of the cityscape and ships. The design suggests a historical or commemorative theme. The viewer observes the city and seafaring activities in a visually narrative form preserved in metal.
Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto, Troy with Galleys in Harbor [reverse], 16th century, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.962.b

Troy with Galleys in Harbor [reverse]

Alessandro Cesati, called Il Grechetto · 16th century · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.962.b