The Judgment of Paris

16th century

German 16th Century

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The sculpture is a round medallion featuring a detailed and crowded scene with human figures and a mythological narrative. Central to the composition is a prominent male figure wearing a helmet, gesturing with his hands as he appears to be interacting with a reclining female figure and other surrounding individuals. The figures are rendered in relief, giving the medallion a three-dimensional quality. Surrounding the main scene, there are additional figures and decorative elements, including trees and possibly fruits or floral motifs. The sculpture is made from a metallic material, likely bronze or a similar alloy, as indicated by its brown color with highlights and a patina. The sculpture’s size and intricate detail suggest it may have been used decoratively or for commemorative purposes, meant to be viewed closely to appreciate the craftsmanship and storytelling in the relief. The medallion also has two small holes on opposite sides.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    gilded bronze

  • Credit Line

    Samuel H. Kress Collection

  • Dimensions

    overall (diameter): 3.8 cm (1 1/2 in.) gross weight: 24 gr

  • Accession Number

    1957.14.573


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Gustave Dreyfus [1837-1914], Paris; his estate; purchased 1930 by (Duveen Brothers, Inc., London and New York); purchased 1945 by the Samuel H. Kress Foundation, New York; gift 1957 to NGA.

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Bibliography

1931

  • Ricci, Seymour de. The Gustave Dreyfus Collection. Reliefs and Plaquettes. Oxford, 1931. vol.II, 439.

1965

  • Pope-Hennessy, John W. Renaissance Bronzes from the Samuel H. Kress Collection: Reliefs, Plaquettes, Statuettes, Utensils and Mortars. London, 1965: no. 442.

Wikidata ID

Q63814922

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