The Crucifixion
Plaquette
early 16th century (made)
early 16th century (made)
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Moderno is the pseudonym of a goldsmith and medallist active in North Italy and later in Rome. He signed certain pieces of his work with OPUS MODERNI (opus is the Latin term for 'work' - which then means 'work of the modern'). The modern here is referring to the Ancient World, in contrary to the Naturalism of the Gothic. He was active in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. His earliest works may date around 1485-1490; his earliest dated work is 1490. Although there have been numerous published suggestions as to the identity of Moderno, none has been satisfactorily agreed.
Object details
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Title | The Crucifixion (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Gilt bronze |
Brief description | Plaquette, gilt bronze, the Crucifixion, by Moderno, Italy, early 16th century |
Physical description | The plaquette depicts in the centre the figure of the crucified Christ. Mary Magdalene clings to the foot of the cross; on either side hang the crucified thieves. On the left is a figure of the Virgin supported by two of the Holy Women; near them are St. John in an attitude of grief, and a small child. On the right are three figures of soldiers, one naked, bearing shields. At the side of the cross is the centurion, and in the background is another mounted soldier, who is breaking the limbs of one of the two thieves with a club. |
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Object history | Acquired in London for £6 6s. |
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Summary | Moderno is the pseudonym of a goldsmith and medallist active in North Italy and later in Rome. He signed certain pieces of his work with OPUS MODERNI (opus is the Latin term for 'work' - which then means 'work of the modern'). The modern here is referring to the Ancient World, in contrary to the Naturalism of the Gothic. He was active in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. His earliest works may date around 1485-1490; his earliest dated work is 1490. Although there have been numerous published suggestions as to the identity of Moderno, none has been satisfactorily agreed. |
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Accession number | 704-1907 |
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Record created | February 4, 2009 |
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