The image shows a round metal medallion featuring a relief scene with human figures, draped in flowing garments, interacting with a large reclining bull-like animal. Two winged figures are depicted above the main scene, possibly in flight. The background includes a structure with arches. The medallion is likely made of bronze and displays intricate craftsmanship with various textures and fine details. It is a small, flat disk with a smooth edge and a hole at the top for hanging or mounting.

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The Adoration of the Shepherds

Valerio Belli (Italian, 1468 - 1546)

Medium: bronze//Medium brown patina
Classification: Sculpture
Dimensions: overall (oval): 8 x 6.8 cm (3 1/8 x 2 11/16 in.) gross weight: 77 gr
Culture: Vicenza
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: Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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