Dec 8, 2008

Portrait of Gianfrancesco Gonzaga di Ròdigo, 1443-1496, Lord of Sabbionetta (obverse)

Portrait of Gianfrancesco Gonzaga di Ròdigo, 1443-1496, Lord of Sabbionetta (obverse)

1479

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Antico

(Italian, c. 1460–1528)

Bronze

Diameter: 3.9 cm (1 9/16 in.)

Gift of Mrs. Chester D. Tripp 1974.13.a

Location

Description

The art of the medal was introduced into Italy by Pisanello, His work as a medalist began with the portrait medal of this emperor, who, in 1438, visited the Council of Ferrara.

See also
Collection: 
Sculpture
Type of artwork: 
Sculpture
Medium: 
Bronze

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