Who created "The Castle of Pesaro [reverse]"?

The Castle of Pesaro [reverse] was created by Gianfrancesco Enzola in probably 1474.

When was "The Castle of Pesaro [reverse]" created?

This artwork was created probably 1474.

What medium is "The Castle of Pesaro [reverse]"?

The Castle of Pesaro [reverse] is bronze//Struck.

Is "The Castle of Pesaro [reverse]" in the public domain?

Yes, The Castle of Pesaro [reverse] is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

The Castle of Pesaro [reverse]

Gianfrancesco Enzola

probably 1474

Medium

bronze//Struck

Dimensions

overall (diameter): 3.06 cm (1 3/16 in.) gross weight: 14.24 gr (0.031 lb.) axis: 2:00

Classification

Sculpture

Department

CSD

Museum

National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

Credit

Samuel H. Kress Collection

Accession Number

1957.14.692.b

Rights

Public Domain

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Art Historical Context

This struck bronze medal, created by the Italian Renaissance artist Gianfrancesco Enzola around 1474, exemplifies the refined art of medallic sculpture that flourished in 15th-century Italy. Measuring just over three centimeters in diameter, the piece served as a portable commemorative object, often produced to honor rulers, events, or architectural landmarks. Enzola, known for his precise work in Parma and other northern Italian centers, employed the striking technique to capture fine architectural details on the reverse, which depicts the imposing Castle of Pesaro. Such medals bridged ancie...

The Castle of Pesaro [reverse]

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