Saint Veronica [obverse]

c. 1675

Giovanni Martino Hamerani

Associated Names
Giovanni Martino Hamerani

Medalist, Roman, 1646 - 1705

This is a photograph of a gold pendant. The oval pendant has an embossed depiction of a robed figure holding a cloth with a face on it, surrounded by rays of light. The figure is in motion, with flowing garments, set against a backdrop with engravings of trees and a landscape. The pendant showcases detailed engraving work and the lustrous quality of the gold.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gilded bronze

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin

  • Dimensions

    overall (oval): 4.9 x 3.3 cm (1 15/16 x 1 5/16 in.)
    gross weight: 25.88 gr (0.057 lb.)
    axis: 12:00

  • Accession Number

    1999.109.14.a

Associated Artworks

The image shows a relief sculpture of Jesus Christ on the cross at the center of an oval medallion. Jesus has outstretched arms and a serene expression, with light rays behind his head. Latin inscriptions are below and around the scene. The sculpture appears to be made of a golden or brass-colored material, with fine details and skilled craftsmanship. The medallion has a loop at the top for hanging or displaying.

Christ Crucified [reverse]

Giovanni Martino Hamerani

1675

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Purchased c. 1960/1985 by Lisa and Leonard Baskin, Leeds, Massachusetts; gift 1999 to NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

2007

  • Pollard, John Graham. Renaissance Medals. The Collections of the National Gallery of Art Systematic Catalogue. 2 vols. Washington, 2007: 2:no. 846, repro.

Inscriptions

lower left: I.H.[?]

Wikidata ID

Q63861820

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