Medieval and Renaissance Sculptures and Decorative Arts

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The sculpture depicts a woman seated with a child resting in her lap. The woman has her eyes closed and hands together in a prayer-like gesture. The child is reclining against her. The sculpture is made of light-colored marble with natural patterns and veins. It is crafted in relief with a wide border and landscape features in the background. The figures are created in a realistic style with attention to detail in the drapery and expressions.

Madonna and Sleeping Child

North Italian 16th Century, Veronese 16th Century

c. 1500/1510

Marble  Accession ID  1960.5.3

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G17
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This is an oval dish with ornate designs painted on it. The center of the dish features a scene with a woman riding a fantastical creature with multiple long necks ending in heads with horns and sharp teeth. The creature is in shades of purple and green, with tufts of white hair. The woman on its back is dressed in a draping blue and red garment that exposes her breasts. She has pale skin and wears an ornate headdress and several necklaces. She is looking to the left, one hand holding an oval object aloft. On the left, groups of men kneel in front of her, raising their arms out to her. Some wear crowns or religious garb. The background presents a green landscape with trees and what seems to be a purple cityscape in the distance under a blue sky. Along the edge of the dish is an intricate frame with colorful designs that show people in different positions, surrounded by flowers and swirls. The colors are vibrant against a black background.

Oval Dish with the Whore of Babylon

Martial Courteys

c. 1570

Enamel painted on copper  Accession ID  1942.9.291

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G18
The image shows a round, bronze medallion with a relief scene depicting multiple human figures and a centaur. On the left side, there is a centaur carrying a branch or staff. In the center, two human figures are embracing. To the right, two standing human figures are depicted; one is holding a staff, and the other is wrapped in a garment. A small dog and some foliage are visible on the ground. The medallion is predominantly bronze with variations in tone due to the relief work. There is a hole near the top of the medallion, possibly for hanging.

Achilles Taking Leave of Thetis and Chiron

Mantuan 16th Century, Ferrarese 16th Century

first quarter 16th century

Bronze//dark brown patina  Accession ID  1957.14.232

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The image features a round sculpture in the form of a medal or medallion. The subject of the sculpture is the profile of a woman facing right. Her hair is styled neatly, covered in a decorative headpiece which wraps around her head. She is adorned with a detailed garment with patterns and a brooch. The medal is predominantly brownish in color, suggesting it is made of bronze or brass. Around the edge of the sculpture, there is an inscription in capital letters, reading "ANTONIA BAPTIA DEGONZA PRD." The entire piece has a slightly rough texture, and there is a small hole near the top edge.

Antonia del Balzo, 1441-1538, Wife of Gianfrancesco Gonzaga di Rodigo 1479 [obverse]

Antico

c. 1487

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.665.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture depicts a relief scene of two muscular male figures engaged in a dynamic struggle. They are intertwined, with one figure gripping the other in a posture suggesting a wrestling match. The material of the sculpture appears to be a dark metal, likely bronze, giving it a deep, aged patina with patches of verdigris visible in some areas. The figures showcase detailed anatomy and expressions, emphasizing their physical exertion. This rectangular plaque has a raised border and a hole at the top center. The composition includes two sculpted architectural elements resembling pedestals or columns in the background, framing the scene symmetrically.

Hercules and Antaeus

Moderno

late 15th - early 16th century

Bronze//very dark patina  Accession ID  1957.14.324

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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This is a photograph of a carved medallion. The medallion features a raised profile of an armored figure, wearing a flat hat, facing right. The armor is intricately detailed with ornate designs and patterns, including a lion motif on the shoulder. Surrounding the figure is a circular band featuring an inscription. The background is plain.

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

Bartolommeo Melioli

1475

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.660.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture features a male figure in detailed armor on a background of armor and weaponry. The figure is seated at the center, with a strong build, intricate muscle carvings, and ornate armor plates. The material appears to be bronze or a similar alloy, giving it a dark metallic brown color with highlights. The sculpture is part of a circular relief with intricate patterns and battle paraphernalia. The words "VICTORIA AVGVSTVS" are inscribed at the top of the relief.

Mars Surrounded by Trophies

Moderno

late 15th - early 16th century

Bronze//dark brown patina  Accession ID  1957.14.310

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a relief depicting a group of figures in a horizontal panel, each carved in a linear procession. The subject involves multiple individuals, some in robes and others wearing what appears to be military attire. The sculpture is made of a dark material, likely bronze, with an aged patina. Among the figures, some are standing in profile with arms extended or interacting with others in the scene. The relief is rectangular and bordered by a simple frame, enhancing the central composition and drawing attention to the textured figures and intricately carved details that populate the scene.

Saint Simeon of Polirone in Jerusalem, Exorcising Demons from Men Possessed

Bartolomeo Spani

model probably c. 1516; cast perhaps later (possibly 19th century)

Bronze//medium brown patina  Accession ID  1957.14.60.2

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is a profile of a man in a side view, showing his left side. He wears a detailed garment with a visible pattern around the neckline. His hair is styled with short hair on top and longer at the back. The round medallion is made of bronze-colored material with a rich patina. There is an inscription in raised lettering encircling the edge of the medallion.

Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta, 1417-1468, Lord of Rimini and Fano [obverse]

Matteo de' Pasti

c. 1454/1460

Bronze  Accession ID  1957.14.654.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The relief depicts multiple human figures in a scene. The central focus is an archway structure with columns, a domed roof, and a hanging lantern. A figure in the lower center appears to be bending or kneeling. Other figures are visible in the background, some interacting or holding objects. The bronze relief is detailed with variations in color to highlight depth and intricacies. The scene is enclosed within a shield-like shape with a textured contour and a small hole at the top.

The Death of Marcus Curtius

Master IO.F.F.

second half 15th century

Bronze//dark brown patina (rubbed locally)  Accession ID  1957.14.481

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The sculpture is an oval-shaped relief depicting a dynamic scene with multiple figures. At the top, there is a chariot drawn by four horses. Below this central scene, three human figures are raising their arms upwards. Additionally, a reclining figure is positioned at the bottom left corner of the relief. The color of the sculpture is a uniform bronze tone.

The Fall of Phaeton

Giovanni Bernardi

1533 or after

Bronze//medium brown patina  Accession ID  1957.14.515

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G16
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The image shows a sculpture of an angel. The angel has human-like features, wings, and attire. The sculpture depicts the angel kneeling with hands clasped together. The material appears to be a light-colored stone, possibly marble, with a smooth, polished finish highlighting details such as curls in its hair, folds in its clothing, and feathered texture of the wings. The sculpture is detailed and realistic, showcasing an aura of grace and serenity. It is in profile view, emphasizing its posture and expression.

Kneeling Angel

Anonymous Artist

1470/1480

Marble  Accession ID  1939.1.321

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G17
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