Lombard 15th Century

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The roundel sculpture features an image of a robed figure with a halo around their head. The figure is seated with one arm extended, possibly holding or gesturing towards a sacred text or scroll with inscriptions. The base is dark, possibly bronze or metal, with engraved and inlaid details in a lighter gold or brass tone. The sculpture is designed within a circular frame, suggesting it might be intended as a medallion or plaque. The details include intricate etching for garment folds and facial features, giving the impression of an aged, classical style emblem commonly seen in historical religious iconography.
Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century, Saint Augustine, late 15th/early 16th century, nielloed silver with gilded ground, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1961.9.124

Saint Augustine

Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century · late 15th/early 16th century · nielloed silver with gilded ground ·  Accession ID  1961.9.124

This is a photograph of an engraved circular medallion or coin. The engraving depicts a religious figure wearing a mitre and robes, holding a crozier in one hand and a stylized flower or staff in the other. The figure stands in front of a scenic background that includes architectural elements like a tower or church. The scene is encircled by a fine metallic border. The craftsmanship involves intricate line work and detailed texture.
Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century, Saint Ambrose, late 15th/early 16th century, nielloed silver with gilded ground, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1961.9.116

Saint Ambrose

Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century · late 15th/early 16th century · nielloed silver with gilded ground ·  Accession ID  1961.9.116

The image depicts a circular design featuring a stylized figure of a person, displaying only the upper body in a frontal position. The person appears composed with facial features including a long beard and a solemn expression. The figure's head is covered by a distinct headpiece resembling a halo. They are depicted wearing a cloak or robe with detailed folds and texture. One hand holds a long object like a staff, while the other hand is near their chest. The background consists of a plain circle with crisscross patterns on each side of the figure, adding texture. The artwork is monochromatic, contributing to a reflective and antiquated aesthetic.
Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century, Saint Andrew, late 15th/early 16th century, Nielloed silver with gilded ground, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1961.9.148

Saint Andrew

Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century · late 15th/early 16th century · Nielloed silver with gilded ground ·  Accession ID  1961.9.148

The image is an engraving of a circular design featuring four figures. In the center, there is a woman holding a child. To the left of the woman, there is a figure wearing a crown. To the right of the woman and child, there is another figure with radiating lines around the head. The circular engraving is bordered by a metal rim, with intricate hatching patterns in the background.
Lombard 16th Century, Lombard 15th Century, Madonna and Child with Two Monastic Saints, late 15th/early 16th century, nielloed silver, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1961.9.136

Madonna and Child with Two Monastic Saints

Lombard 16th Century, Lombard 15th Century · late 15th/early 16th century · nielloed silver ·  Accession ID  1961.9.136

The sculpture is a small architectural piece resembling a religious altarpiece or shrine. It features a central engraved image depicting a scene with a figure at the center, flanked by two other figures. Above this scene, within an arched section, there is another engraved image of two more figures. The sculpture is made of metal with a primary color of gold, highlighted with detailed engravings in black. The overall structure includes decorative columns and an elaborate rounded top, framed with intricate motifs. The combination of gold and black enhances the contrast in the engravings, making the figures and details stand out.
Lombard 15th Century, Pax with the Man of Sorrows; Lunette with Madonna and Child, late 15th century, nielloed silver partly gilded, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1961.9.181

Pax with the Man of Sorrows; Lunette with Madonna and Child

Lombard 15th Century · late 15th century · nielloed silver partly gilded ·  Accession ID  1961.9.181

The image shows a round medallion with a relief sculpture of a seated male figure. The figure wears ornate headwear resembling a crown or mitre and holds a staff with a cross. He is seated beside an open book on a stand. The sculpture is monochrome with intricate details achieved through engravings. Above the figure, there are inscriptions on scroll-like bands. The circular frame encloses the design.
Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century, Saint Gregory, late 15th/early 16th century, Nielloed silver with convex surface and gilded ground, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1961.9.125

Saint Gregory

Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century · late 15th/early 16th century · Nielloed silver with convex surface and gilded ground ·  Accession ID  1961.9.125

The image shows a roundel sculpture featuring a human figure at its center. The figure is seated with an elaborate headdress and raised arms, potentially holding an object above their head. The sculpture is in relief with detailed facial features and clothing. It is primarily gold with accents of red and black, likely from gilding and painted embellishments. The material seems to be a metal, possibly bronze or copper alloy, seen from the oxidized rim and dark patina underneath. The roundel has a raised edge framing the relief figure. It appears as a small circular ornament or medallion, possibly for personal adornment or decoration.
Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century, Martyrdom of Saint Agatha, late 15th/early 16th century, Nielloed silver with gilded ground, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1961.9.128

Martyrdom of Saint Agatha

Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century · late 15th/early 16th century · Nielloed silver with gilded ground ·  Accession ID  1961.9.128

The sculpture is a roundel featuring a figure of a bearded man holding a staff. The man is facing forward and is depicted in a carved design. The sculpture is made of a material that looks like a combination of dark wood or metal, with a golden hue accentuating the figure and rim. There are intricate carvings and crosshatching depicting the man's attire. The sculpture has a circular shape resembling a medallion or decorative plaque, giving it a historic or classical aesthetic.
Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century, Saint with Sword and Palm, late 15th/early 16th century, nielloed silver with gilded ground, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1961.9.134

Saint with Sword and Palm

Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century · late 15th/early 16th century · nielloed silver with gilded ground ·  Accession ID  1961.9.134

The image depicts a bearded figure resting in a natural setting with a landscape of mountains, trees, and a structure in the background. The circular image features intricate details such as a large tree with broad leaves, mountains with cross-hatched textures, and a cross in the distant background. The scene is rendered in a detailed linework style, with an emphasis on texture and shading to create depth and complexity in the composition.
Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century, Saint Jerome in Penitence, late 15th/early 16th century, Nielloed silver with gilded ground, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1961.9.127

Saint Jerome in Penitence

Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century · late 15th/early 16th century · Nielloed silver with gilded ground ·  Accession ID  1961.9.127

This is a painting featuring three haloed figures gathered closely together within a circular frame. The central figure is reclining with two others flanking on either side, all displaying compassionate expressions. The figures' clothing drapes in fluid lines and their halos are outlined. Below the main scene, there is an embossed decorative band with intricate motifs, including a small animal figure on the right. The color palette is muted with burnt umber tones, and the woodblock style of the image suggests a technique reminiscent of early print or etching work, in a style similar to Albrecht Dürer.
Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century, The Man of Sorrows, late 15th/16th century, nielloed silver on gilded ground, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1961.9.169

The Man of Sorrows

Lombard 15th Century, Lombard 16th Century · late 15th/16th century · nielloed silver on gilded ground ·  Accession ID  1961.9.169