Medieval and Renaissance Sculptures and Decorative Arts

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The image is a bronze medal featuring the profile of a man facing left. He is depicted from the shoulders up, with a pronounced nose, defined jawline, and visible ear. His hair is short or shaved. The man is wearing a period garment or armor with layered sections on the shoulder. There is Latin text inscribed around the profile. The medal has a small hole near the top for hanging. The background is the medal's surface with no distinct imagery beyond the inscribed text.

Lodovico Gonzaga, 1412-1478, 2nd Marquess of Mantua 1444 [obverse]

Pisanello

c. 1447/1448

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.608.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is circular and resembles a medallion or relief. It features a seated figure of a warrior or deity in a commanding pose. The subject is adorned in classical armor with intricate detailing showing a mix of muscular and fabric textures. The warrior holds a shield with elaborate designs and is surrounded by ornate elements, including a helmet and spears. The entire piece is crafted from a material with a gold appearance, giving it a metallic sheen. The sculpture's circular form and small holes suggest it may have been a decorative attachment.

Mars Surrounded by Trophies

Moderno

late 15th - early 16th century

Gilded bronze//medium brown patina, parcel gilding and highly chased  Accession ID  1957.14.309

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The Dead Christ Supported by an Angel (The Trinity)

Rhenish 15th Century, South Netherlandish 15th Century

c. 1440

Painted and gilded alabaster  Accession ID  1942.11.3

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G18
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The sculpture is a large, round medal featuring a profile bust of a man facing right. The subject wears a wide-brimmed hat with a draped cloth and a robe with a fur-like collar. The surface of the medal is bronze in color, and it is made from metal. Inscriptions along the perimeter read “DON INIGO” on the left and “DE DAVALOS” on the right. The image is in detailed relief against the flat background of the medal.

Don Iñigo d'Avalos, d. 1484, Grand Chamberlain of Naples 1449 [obverse]

Pisanello

c. 1449/1450

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.614.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a round, bronze medallion depicting the profile of a man with short, curly hair. The portrait is in a classical style, with detailed facial features including a prominent nose and lips. Around the edge of the medallion, there is embossed text: "MARCHIO ESTENESIS LEONELLVS," along with decorative elements resembling foliage. The bronze material gives the medallion a dark, metallic appearance, with a patina that highlights the detailed engravings and contours. The medallion also has a small hole at the top.

Leonello d'Este, 1407-1450, Marquess of Ferrara 1441 [obverse]

Pisanello

c. 1440/1443

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.598.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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This is a stained-glass artwork depicting an angel kneeling, facing the right. The angel has curly golden hair and skin in shades of pale yellow and light brown, varying between the different glass panels. They are clothed in multicolored flowing garments in shades of cream, dark red, gold, teal, dark blue, and olive green, and they are holding a tall green stem with white lilies sprouting from the top. Surrounding the angel is an ornate border with floral and geometric patterns in shades of white, red, yellow, pink, and dark blue. Their wings stretch out behind them to the left, with layers of white, red, orange, and purple feathers. At the top, there is a pale hand emerging from the floral border and pointing with two fingers towards a dove on the right, surrounded by rays of yellow light against a blue sky. The angel appears to be in a light pink room with gold trim lining the open ceiling. The top of the artwork is arched.

The Angel of the Annunciation

Giovanni di Domenico

1498/1503

Stained glass  Accession ID  1942.9.312

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G17
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The sculpture features a profile portrait of a mature man wearing an ornate headdress reminiscent of a papal tiara. The man is depicted in a high authority status. The sculpture is in the form of a circular medallion or coin, made of bronze with a warm brown color and metallic sheen. The man's profile is detailed, showing his facial features. He is adorned in a ceremonial robe with intricate patterns and insignia. Latin text is engraved around the edge of the medallion. The overall appearance is classic and formal, typical of historical or commemorative medallions, with the figure presented in a dignified manner against a smooth, polished background.

Adrian VI (Adrian Dedal, 1459-1523), Pope 1522

Netherlandish 16th Century

1522/1523

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.1225

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a medallion featuring a profile portrait of a man facing left. The subject has short, wavy hair and is dressed in historical attire with a visible collar. The medallion is made of a dark brown metallic material with lighter gold tones on raised areas. Engraved text "LEOBAPTISTA ALBERTVS" is seen on the outer edge. The surface of the sculpture shows a mix of smooth and slightly rough textures, with the relief of the face and text standing out against the background. An aged appearance is evident, with a small hole at the top for possible mounting or display.

Leone Battista Alberti, 1404-1472, Architect and Writer on Art and Science [obverse]

Matteo de' Pasti

1446/1450

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.648.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a circular cameo or medal depicting the profile of a woman facing left, with an inscription around the edge. The woman is intricately detailed, showcasing braided and wrapped hair and a high-necked garment adorned with lace or embroidery design. The inscription reads "DIVA IVLIA ASTALLIA", which is carved around the edge of the medal. The sculpture appears to be made of a bronzed material, as indicated by the deep brown color with areas of patina. The craftsmanship of the sculpture is delicate, conveying a sense of fineness and historical artistry commonly found in portrait medallions from the Renaissance or classical periods. The surface exhibits some signs of aging, with minor irregularities contributing to its antique appearance.

Giulia Astallia [obverse]

Mantuan 15th Century, Giancristoforo Romano

c. 1485

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.668.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture depicts a scene with a muscular male figure using a club to strike a figure lying beneath him. Additional human forms and architectural structures are surrounding the central figures. The sculpture material appears to be bronze with a warm, brownish hue. The figures and contours are in a raised relief style, creating depth and movement. The relief is framed by a rectangular outline with rounded top corners.

Hercules and Cacus

Caradosso Foppa

Bronze//medium brown patina  Accession ID  1957.14.228

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture depicted in the image is a relief showing a procession or ceremonial scene. It features several figures in classical attire, two of them on horseback, and involves various actions including a central figure who appears to be interacting with a column or altar. The sculptures are arranged in a dynamic composition on a shield-shaped base. The sculpture has a bronze color, suggesting it is likely made from bronze or a similar metal, giving it an aged, metallic appearance. The detailed relief and the arrangement of figures create a sense of depth and narrative. The shield-like shape and the intricate detailing make it visually interesting, with small holes visible at the top.

Mucius Scaevola

Master IO.F.F.

second half 15th century

Bronze//medium brown patina  Accession ID  1957.14.480

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture depicts a dog-like animal with short legs and small ears, looking upward with its mouth open to reveal sharp teeth, its tongue hanging out. Around the neck of the creature are detailed curls of overlapping fur, perhaps depicting a mane. It is predominantly a bright gold color with patches of dark brown where the gold appears to have rubbed away. The sculpture is turned towards the left, showing the creature in profile.

Aquamanile in the Form of a Lion

North French 13th Century, Mosan 13th Century

c. 1200

Bronze with traces of gilding  Accession ID  1942.9.281

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G18
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