Christoph Weiditz the Elder

Weiditz, Christoph I
Weiditz, Christoph the Elder
Widitz I, Christoph

German, c. 1500 - 1559

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The sculpture depicts a figure riding a horse on a circular, coin-like object made of a shiny, reflective material. The rider is a nude human with curly hair, holding an object and sitting astride the horse in a dynamic position. The sculpture includes textured details of the landscape, possibly rocks or trees. Raised dots frame the composition, with inscriptions around the upper half. The craftsmanship shows intricate attention to detail in the human, horse, and environment.
Christoph Weiditz the Elder, Man Riding Towards a Cliff Carrying A Scroll [reverse], 1531, lead, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.1183.b

Man Riding Towards a Cliff Carrying A Scroll [reverse]

Christoph Weiditz the Elder · 1531 · lead ·  Accession ID  1957.14.1183.b

The sculpture is a medallion featuring a relief portrait of a man in a half-turn pose with a serious expression. The man is depicted wearing a hat, a garment with a fur collar, and a chain. The circular medallion contains inscriptions in Latin around its border. It is made of a metallic material, likely bronze or brass, giving it a muted brownish-gold color. The craftsmanship highlights textures of clothing and facial features, creating a lifelike resemblance. The sculpture is compact and detailed, standing out against a plain background.
Christoph Weiditz the Elder, Francisco de los Cobos, c. 1475/1480-1547, Privy Counselor and Chancellor, Art Patron [obverse], 1531, lead, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.1183.a

Francisco de los Cobos, c. 1475/1480-1547, Privy Counselor and Chancellor, Art Patron [obverse]

Christoph Weiditz the Elder · 1531 · lead ·  Accession ID  1957.14.1183.a

The sculpture is a medallion with a profile relief of a man in ornate academic attire. The subject is depicted wearing a large, flat academic cap, and a robe with a visible collar. The material appears to be a dark metal, likely bronze or a similar alloy. The figure is shown in a side profile facing to the right, with intricate detailing in the facial features and attire providing a sense of depth despite the medallion's flat surface. The edges of the medallion bear inscriptions, which are engraved into the metal.
Christoph Weiditz the Elder, Ambrosius Jung, 1471-1548, City Physician of Augsburg [obverse], 1528, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.1182.a

Ambrosius Jung, 1471-1548, City Physician of Augsburg [obverse]

Christoph Weiditz the Elder · 1528 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.1182.a

This is a photograph of a circular, aged metallic object with embossed designs and inscriptions. The central motif appears to be a coat of arms or a symbolic crest, featuring intricate scrollwork with a figure or creature atop it. Surrounding the central design, there are words embossed into the surface, likely in Latin, which read "NOSTRA CHRISTVS", with additional text that is partially readable. The surface of the coin shows signs of wear, with a rustic patina indicating its age and historical significance. The object is photographed against a black background.
Christoph Weiditz the Elder, Coat of Arms [reverse], 1528, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.1182.b

Coat of Arms [reverse]

Christoph Weiditz the Elder · 1528 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.1182.b

The image depicts a circular bronze sculpture featuring multiple figures and animals. In the center, a figure stands on a platform with draped fabric over one shoulder, arms extended outward. Two horses are on either side, each guided by a smaller figure. One figure seems to be pulling on a horse's bridle, while the other is engaged in a similar action. The bronze sculpture has a distinguished golden-brown color and intricate detail capturing the motion and elements of the scene in relief format.
Christoph Weiditz the Elder, Triumph [reverse], 1524, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.218.b

Triumph [reverse]

Christoph Weiditz the Elder · 1524 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.218.b

The sculpture depicts a side profile relief of a person's bust. The figure wears a hat with a wide brim at an angle and clothing includes a collar part of a robe or garment. The sculpture is metallic with a bronze or copper-like color. It is circular with inscriptions encircling the outer border. The figure's features are finely detailed, showing the nose, lips, and hair texture. The surface has a textured finish, giving it an antiquated appearance.
Christoph Weiditz the Elder, Elogius Honnu [obverse], 1524, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.218.a

Elogius Honnu [obverse]

Christoph Weiditz the Elder · 1524 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.218.a