Medieval and Renaissance Sculptures and Decorative Arts

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The sculpture depicts a bas-relief portrait on a coin or medallion. The figure is a man facing right in profile. He wears a detailed garment with a high collar and a hat. His facial features include a prominent nose and facial hair. The sculpture is monochrome, likely made of metal. Text is engraved along the edge of the medallion. The level of detail suggests a historical or significant figure, emphasizing his status through clothing and accessories.

Lorenz Staiber, 1485/1486-1539, Patrician of Nuremberg, Writer, and Orator [obverse]

Matthes Gebel

1535

Lead  Accession ID  1957.14.1295.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a round, flat relief medallion featuring a depiction of a male figure in profile with long hair, gazing to the right. The material is a brownish metal with visible patina. The central figure is surrounded by architectural elements resembling a building or structure, with smaller human figures depicted around it, some of whom appear to be carrying beams or poles. The top of the sculpture shows the partial inscription "LAVRENTIVS MEDICES," while the center bears the inscription "SALVS PVBLICA."

Lorenzo de' Medici, il Magnifico, 1449-1492 (The Pazzi Conspiracy Medal) [obverse]

Bertoldo di Giovanni

1478

Bronze  Accession ID  1988.30.2.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a relief of a profile portrait of a man wearing a hat. The man is depicted in a classical or Renaissance style, facing to the left. The relief shows intricate details of his facial features and clothing. Surrounding the profile is an inscribed circular border. The sculpture is crafted from a brownish metal, possibly bronze, with highlights on its raised surfaces. The overall size suggests it is a medallion or small wall plaque.

Louis XII, 1462-1515, King of France 1498

French 16th Century

1500

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.1124

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The sculpture is an oval-shaped medallion or seal with intricate carvings. It shows three large people standing in an arched, temple-like structure. The central person wears a long dress and is holding a child. This person is flanked by two other people - one in armor, holding a staff, and the other dressed in robes and holding a rectangular object. All three large people and the child have halos around their heads. The sculpture is predominantly brown with areas of darker patina. An inscription encircles the edges of the medallion, and there are small holes at the top and bottom.

Madonna and Child between Saint Michael and Saint Lawrence

Gianfrancesco Enzola

Bronze  Accession ID  1942.9.195

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The image shows a relief sculpture of the upper body of a robed figure with curly hair. The figure holds a scroll in one hand and the other hand rests on their chest. The sculpture is gold-colored and has intricate details such as the folds of the robe and facial features. It appears to be intended for mounting, as indicated by visible attachment holes. The sculpture is depicted in close-up detail, showcasing its craftsmanship.

Male Saint

Francesco Marti

c. 1500

Gilded bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.411

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a round medallion with a profile portrait of a man wearing a hat and a beard. The hat has intricate patterns and textures. The man's attire also appears detailed with folds resembling luxurious fabric. The material seems to be bronze. The medallion features an inscription "MARCUS ANTONIVS SAN O DVX". The object is flat on one side and textured on the other where the figure's details are raised. A small hole near the top suggests it may have been designed to be hung or carried.

Marcantonio Trevisan, c. 1475-1554, Doge of Venice 1553 [obverse]

Italian 16th Century

1554

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.1098.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a medallion with a profile of a person wearing a headdress with feathers, ornate clothing, collar, and necklaces. It is made of a metallic material that appears silver or grey. The subject is in a side profile facing left with intricate detailing on facial features and clothing. The edges of the medallion are inscribed with text.

Margaret von Firmian, 1509-1536, Wife of Caspar von Frundsberg

Friedrich Hagenauer

1529

Lead//old after-cast  Accession ID  1957.14.1301

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The image shows a round, metallic coin with a profile relief sculpture of a woman's bust. The woman has her hair styled up, looking to the right with detailed features like a prominent nose and slightly open lips. The coin's surface is predominantly golden brown. The edges have a repeated milling pattern. There is an engraved inscription surrounding the woman's profile and a small emblem or symbol to the left. The coin reflects intricate craftsmanship and provides a dimensional appearance despite being flat.

Maria of Burgundy, died 1482, Wife of Maximilian of Austria 1477 [reverse]

Giovanni Candida

1477

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.819.b

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture features a circular object with an intricately carved scene in its center. The scene depicts a seated figure holding a helmet and a staff, surrounded by trees or branches. The border is detailed with motifs including armor, weaponry, human figures, and animals. The material appears to be a bronze or copper-colored metal. The relief work is finely detailed, with the central figure raised above the surface to create depth. The circular design suggests it may be decorative or part of a larger object.

Mars and Frieze of Trophies

North Italian 16th Century

first quarter 16th century

Bronze//medium brown patina  Accession ID  1957.14.541

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a coin featuring a profile portrait of a figure, likely King Maximilian, as suggested by the inscription. The figure wears a laurel wreath on their head. The coin is metallic and silver in color. The engravings on the surface include inscriptions surrounding the portrait. The coin is displayed in a flat, round form with intricate engravings showing artistic and historical elements.

Maximilian I, 1459-1519, Archduke of Austria, Holy Roman Emperor 1494 [obverse]

Austrian 16th Century, German 16th Century

1500 or after

Struck silver  Accession ID  1957.14.1212.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The image shows a circular medallion featuring a relief portrait of a man's bust, viewed in profile. The man appears to be facing left, with only his neck and head visible. His facial features include a prominent, long beard and mustache, and he has a deeply expressive face with a high forehead. The man’s hair is wavy and recedes slightly at the temples. He seems to be gazing intently outward. The clothing he is depicted wearing appears to be draped, likely representing a robe or similar traditional garment, with intricate folds suggestive of textured fabric. The medallion has a prominent edge, with text partially visible reading "VINCENTINVS NICOLAS." The background of the medallion is smooth, with a natural metallic color, and there is a small hole near the edge, perhaps for suspension. The entire piece is set against a black backdrop.

Nicola Vicentino, 1511-c. 1576, Composer and Musical Theorist [obverse]

Italian 16th Century

after 1561

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.1103.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture on this medallion-like form depicts an eagle tending to its nest, with outspread wings and a protective stance over the nestlings. The sculpture is crafted from a material that gives it a metallic appearance, likely bronze, which features a reddish-brown hue with hints of oxidation or patination in certain areas. The embossed eagle and text encircle on the outer edge of the medallion, creating a clear relief against the flat background. The sculpture exhibits intricate detailing on the eagle's feathers and the texture of the nest. Surrounding the eagle are engraved words, likely in Latin.

Pelican in Her Piety [reverse]

Pisanello

c. 1446

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.610.b

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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