Clement IX (Giulio Rospigliosi, 1600-1669), Pope 1667 [obverse]

1668

Gasparo Morone Mola

Associated Names
Gasparo Morone Mola

Medalist, Milanese (?), active 1627 - 1669

The sculpture is a profile portrait of a man depicted in relief, facing left. He wears traditional papal attire including a tiara or cap, and a robe with intricate details. The sculpture is dark bronze in color, giving it an aged appearance. The material appears to be metal, likely bronze. There are inscriptions in Latin encircling the figure, the top text reading "CLEM IX PONT MAX A I". The sculpture captures a detailed likeness from the profile view, with distinct facial features such as a bearded face, curls in the hair, and a serious expression.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    bronze

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin

  • Dimensions

    overall (diameter): 3.22 cm (1 1/4 in.)
    gross weight: 15.81 gr (0.035 lb.)
    axis: 12:00

  • Accession Number

    1998.108.9.a

Associated Artworks

The sculpture is a round, coin-like object with a Latin inscription at its center. The inscription reads "DEDIT INDICA ROSA ODOREM SVAVITATIS ANNO MDCLXVIII." Surrounding the text is an ornate design featuring a wreath made of leaves and various types of flowers, primarily roses. The sculpture appears to be made of bronze, with a vintage and weathered appearance. The warm, brownish hue is highlighted by darker oxidized areas that accentuate the carved details. The object includes fine detailing and subtle engravings that are clearly visible when inspected closely.

Beatification of Saint Rosa of Lima, 1586-1617, Beatified 1668, Canonized 1671 [reverse]

Gasparo Morone Mola

1668

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Purchased c. 1960/1985 by Lisa and Leonard Baskin, Leeds, Massachusetts; gift 1998 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. 843, repro.

Inscriptions

around circumference: CLEM.IX.PONT MAX.A.I.

Wikidata ID

Q63861786

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