Visconti Viper (bischera) [reverse]

probably late 18th or early 19th century

Italian 18th/19th Century

Associated Names
Italian 18th/19th Century

Artist

This is a photograph of an oval-shaped object with an engraved mythical creature. The creature resembles a serpent or dragon with a coiled body and a crowned head. The design is etched onto a metallic or stone surface with an aged patina. The craftsmanship shows detailed artistry with attention to the texture of the skin and the design of the crest and crown.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    nielloed silver

  • Credit Line

    Samuel H. Kress Collection

  • Dimensions

    oval: 4.1 × 2.9 cm (1 5/8 × 1 1/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1961.9.171.b

Associated Artworks

The image shows a portrait of a man in an oval frame. The man is in profile, looking to the right. He has short wavy hair, prominent facial features, noticeable facial hair, and a square jaw. He wears a detailed garment with a high collar and intricate patterns, as well as a chain. The frame around the portrait has gold filigree, ornamental designs, and colorful jewels, including reds and blues. The background is dark.

Giangaleazzo Visconti, First Duke of Milan [obverse]

Italian 18th/19th Century

1775

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q63854508

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