Medieval and Renaissance Sculptures and Decorative Arts

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The image shows a bronze medallion with a relief sculpture of a bearded man's profile facing to the right. The man is elderly with distinctive facial features, wearing intricate garments and a clasp on his shoulder. The edge of the medallion has inscribed text reading "ANDREAS DORIA P.P." The bronze material gives the sculpture a uniform color, with variations in tone emphasizing the relief's details.

Andrea Doria, 1466-1560, Genoese Admiral [obverse]

Leone Leoni

1541

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.1024.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The image shows a medallion featuring a profile portrait of a man identified as "CARD GRANVELAN" referring to Cardinal Granvelle. The man faces right with curly hair and a full beard, wearing a garment with a buttoned collar and a cloak. The bronze-colored medallion has a raised border and an inscription around the portrait. The sculpture captures fine details of the man's facial features and clothing textures.

Antoine Perrenot, 1517-1586, Bishop of Arras 1540, Cardinal Granvelle 1561

Jacques Jonghelinck

c. 1560

Bronze//cast hollow  Accession ID  1957.14.1227

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture depicts a profile of a woman named Barbara Rehingin. She is shown facing left, wearing a headdress with a textured pattern and intricate clothing with layered textures and ornamentation, including what seems to be chains or cords. The sculpture is colored metallic silver, indicating it may be made of silver or a similar alloy. Engraved text surrounds her portrait on the round surface. The piece showcases detailed craftsmanship and a dignified style within a circular form.

Barbara Reihing, 1491-1566, Wife of Georg Hermann 1512 [obverse]

Hans Kels the Younger

1538

Lead  Accession ID  1957.14.1317.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a circular medallion featuring a raised profile portrait of a man. The portrait highlights distinct features such as short, curled hair and a notable beard. The man is dressed in what appears to be armor or military attire, with intricate details visible on the collar and shoulder area. The color of the sculpture is a consistent brownish-bronze, characteristic of metal. The material appears to be bronze or a similar alloy. Around the edge of the medallion, inscribed in uppercase letters, is the text "IOHANNES KEVENHULLER BARO," which encircles the figure.

Baron Johann von Khevenhüller, 1537/1538-1606 [obverse]

Antonio Abondio

c. 1571

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.1060.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The image shows a relief sculpture on a circular medal or medallion. The main subject is a soldier on horseback, wielding a weapon in motion. The horse is dynamic, rearing up with its mane flowing. A fallen figure lies beneath the horse. The inscription "DVBIA FORTVN..." encircles the upper portion. The sculpture is bronze-colored with intricate detailing and craftsmanship.

Battle Scene

Anonymous Artist

Bronze//medium brown patina  Accession ID  1957.14.340

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The image shows a round, bronze sculpture with intricate designs. The sculpture features multiple human figures in dynamic poses engaged in a battle or struggle. A central figure is prominently positioned, appearing to wear a helmet and gesturing assertively. Additional figures and a horse or similar animal are in the background. The surface of the sculpture has a dark, metallic hue typical of aged bronze. The edges have a detailed border, and the top is inscribed with the words "DVDIA FORTVNA."

Battle Scene [reverse]

Antico

c. 1490

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.666.b

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture depicts a side profile portrait of a man with a full beard and curly hair, attired in ornate clothing with a high collar and intricate patterns. It is rendered on a circular bronze medal with inscriptions that read "CAMILVS DE CASTILIONO BAL" and "1564" among other details. The medal is displayed against a dark background.

Camillo Castiglione, 1517-1598, Son of Baldassarre

Pastorino de' Pastorini, called Pastorino da Siena

1561

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.914

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The image shows a circular medallion sculpture of a woman's bust identified as Caterina Sandella. The sculpture is made of bronze with a brownish-gold color. The woman is depicted in relief with her head in profile facing left, featuring intricate braided hair and draped clothing. The medallion's edges contain an inscription with her name and it has a small hole at the top, possibly for hanging. The sculpture is crafted with detailed realism in the woman's face and clothing.

Caterina Sandella of Venice, Wife of Pietro Aretino 1548

Alessandro Vittoria

c. 1553

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.1014

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a round medallion featuring a raised relief portrait of a bearded man with a distinctive profile wearing richly decorated garments. The subject appears to be holding a scepter in his right hand and is adorned in an intricately patterned, layered robe. The medallion is bronze or brass in color. Encircling the subject is a ring of finely engraved text. Relative to a viewer, the artwork is small and includes a loop at the top for potential suspension.

Charles V, 1500-1558, King of Spain 1516-1556, Holy Roman Emperor 1519 [obverse]

Hans Reinhart the Elder

1537

Silver//with loop  Accession ID  1957.14.1202.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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This image depicts a relief sculpture featuring a central figure surrounded by a group of individuals. The central figure, taller than the others, holds a staff with a cross at the top and appears to be addressing the gathering. The figures are dressed in robes, and the central figure has a halo-like feature around the head. The background architecture includes an arched structure with decorative columns and a pediment. The words "PAX VOBIS" are inscribed in the architrave above. The sculpture is crafted from a material that has a bronze or golden-brown appearance, with details highlighted in a lighter color, giving it a two-tone effect. It presents a three-dimensional effect while remaining contained on a flat surface.

Christ Appearing to the Apostles

Italian 16th Century

mid 16th century

Bronze//dark brown patina  Accession ID  1957.14.497

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The medallion features a profile portrait of a man with medium-length, wavy hair and a high-collared garment. It is round and crafted from metal with a silver-gray hue. The subject faces the right side with detailed features, typical of portraiture medallions. An inscription in capital letters surrounds the portrait, reading “CRISTOF . KRES . XXXIXII . IAR. AUT.” The craftsmanship includes intricate detailing in the hair and garment collar, conveying nobility and elegance.

Christoph Kress von Kressenstein,1484-1535, Patrician and Diplomat [obverse]

Matthes Gebel

1526

Lead  Accession ID  1957.14.1303.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a medallion with an embossed profile of a man with a curly beard and short curly hair, depicted in a classical artistic style. The man is wearing a garment with a high collar. The medallion is primarily gold in color, with Latin inscriptions along the outer edge. The overall appearance suggests a regal and sophisticated style typical of traditional portraiture found in commemorative coins or medals.

Consalvo Fernandez de Cordoba, 1453-1515, called the Great Gaptain [obverse]

Annibale Fontana

c. 1550

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.1038.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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