Martino da Bergamo

Italian, active c. 1565?

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The sculpture is a circular bas-relief medallion featuring a reclining ox on an earthen landscape with vegetation details around its legs. Above the ox, there is an inscription, "FESSVS LAMPADA TRADO." The medallion is primarily dark bronze and tarnished hues with spots of reddish-brown patina, suggesting it is made of metal with an antiqued finish. The surface texture is slightly rough and worn, giving it a sense of age and craftsmanship. The overall appearance is reminiscent of classical medal art.
Martino da Bergamo, Reclining Bovine [reverse], c. 1565, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.1274.b

Reclining Bovine [reverse]

Martino da Bergamo · c. 1565 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.1274.b

The image depicts a round medal featuring a man's profile with a bearded face and short hair. The man wears a cloak or robe. The medal is dark metallic, possibly bronze, with an aged appearance. Surrounding the profile is an inscription that includes the name "BENAVIDIVS" and additional text. The background has a slightly rough texture.
Martino da Bergamo, Marco Mantova Benavides, 1489-1582, Lawyer and Collector [obverse], c. 1565, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.1274.a

Marco Mantova Benavides, 1489-1582, Lawyer and Collector [obverse]

Martino da Bergamo · c. 1565 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.1274.a