The sculpture shows a side profile portrait of an individual with medium-length hair in ornate clothing, potentially indicating a figure of historical or noble significance. It is made of bronze, giving it a brown metallic color with smooth texture and variations in its patina. The person is in a circular medallion format, facing to the left. The design is concise and compact, with a small hole at the top for hanging or display. The facial features are detailed, emphasizing the contours and structure of the face and hair for a realistic and three-dimensional effect.
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Portrait of a Man

Ferrarese 15th Century

c. 1470/1500

Medium
bronze
Classification
Sculpture
Dimensions
overall (diameter): 6.51 cm (2 9/16 in.) ; gross weight: 100.67 gr (0.222 lb.)
Culture
Ferrarese
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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