The sculpture features a profile of a man's head on a round object, potentially a medal or medallion. The man depicted has historical significance, shown in a classical style with inscriptions "IOANNES" and "FASTOLVUS." The material seems to be bronze based on its color and sheen. The sculpture represents the man's face in profile facing left, with detailed features like a nose, lips, and an eye. He wears headwear and clothing with a visible folded collar. The craftsmanship reveals intricate detailing common in historical portraiture in medal forms.
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Giovanni Fasiol [obverse]

Venetian 16th Century

c. 1500/1525

Medium
bronze
Classification
Sculpture
Dimensions
overall (diameter): 4.27 cm (1 11/16 in.) ; gross weight: 35.15 gr (0.077 lb.) ; axis: 12:00
Culture
Venetian
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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