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Viscount de Jonghe

Jonghe, Viscount de

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The image shows a relief on a round medallion featuring a standing female figure draped in flowing garments. She holds a lyre in her left hand. The sculpture is delicately crafted, with a slender and gracefully curved form. It is bronze-colored and has a detailed texture. There is an inscription surrounding the figure on the medallion.
Giulio della Torre, The Muse Calliope [reverse], 1520s, bronze, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1988.30.3.b

The Muse Calliope [reverse]

Giulio della Torre · 1520s · bronze ·  Accession ID  1988.30.3.b

The image shows a profile portrait of a man on a circular medallion or coin. The man has a beard and curly hair, with facial features visible in profile view. The medallion is bronze with a rich, golden-brown color. There is an inscription in raised letters surrounding the profile. The sculpture resembles a classical portrait coin, similar to ancient or Renaissance medallions.
Giulio della Torre, Marcantonio Flaminio, 1498-1550, poet [obverse], 1520s, bronze, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1988.30.3.a

Marcantonio Flaminio, 1498-1550, poet [obverse]

Giulio della Torre · 1520s · bronze ·  Accession ID  1988.30.3.a

The image features a bronze medallion with a relief sculpture. The sculpture portrays a female figure with flowing drapery and a crown of stars or rays on her head, holding a laurel branch. Smaller figures are depicted beside her. In the background, there is a classical dome, cloud-like formations, and possible trees or columns. The medallion's edge has a beaded pattern, and there is inscribed text. The medallion has a rich bronze color with a textured patina.
Jacopo Nizzola da Trezzo, Mary Tudor as Peace, Setting Fire to Arms [reverse], 1554, bronze, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1988.30.6.b

Mary Tudor as Peace, Setting Fire to Arms [reverse]

Jacopo Nizzola da Trezzo · 1554 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1988.30.6.b

The sculpture depicts a detailed profile of a woman on a circular piece resembling a medal or medallion. The woman wears ornate clothing and a headpiece. The sculpture is in a bronze color highlighting the intricate details of her attire. The clothing is decorated with patterns and textures, and the headpiece has beaded elements and a long veil. The material appears to be metal, giving it a durable appearance. An inscription surrounds the profile, adding to the regal aesthetic. The sculpture conveys a sense of historical significance and artistic craftsmanship.
Jacopo Nizzola da Trezzo, Mary Tudor, 1516-1558, Queen of England 1552 [obverse], 1554, bronze, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1988.30.6.a

Mary Tudor, 1516-1558, Queen of England 1552 [obverse]

Jacopo Nizzola da Trezzo · 1554 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1988.30.6.a