The sculpture features two human figures: a standing male warrior to the right and a seated male figure to the left. The warrior wears a helmet with a decorative crest, holds an ornate shield in one hand, and possibly a spear or staff in the other. The seated figure is adorned with a short cloak, and appears contemplative. To the far right is a small figure of a child standing atop a pillar. The sculpture is made of a brownish-gold or bronze-like metal, with a patina suggesting aged brass or bronze. It is a round, medallion-like shape with a raised rim, presenting the detailed scene in relief.

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A Warrior and a Sleeping Youth

Pseudo Melioli (Italian, active late 15th century - early 16th century)

late 15th - early 16th century

Medium: bronze//Light brown patina
Classification: Sculpture
Dimensions: overall (diameter): 5.89 cm (2 5/16 in.) ; gross weight: 59.77 gr (0.132 lb.)
Culture: North Italian
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CSD
Credit line: Samuel H. Kress Collection
Rights: Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it: Teens profiles and older: its subject is for older viewers (war, death, the Passion, drink or the like). How works are placed

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