Niccolo Plamieri
Medal
15th century (made)
15th century (made)
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This medal depicts on the obverse Nicolo Palmieri (1402-1467) from Sicily. He was Bishop of Orta, 1455.
On the reverse is a nude youth figure, which is based on a common antique representation of Zeus.
On the reverse is a nude youth figure, which is based on a common antique representation of Zeus.
Object details
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Title | Niccolo Plamieri (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Bronze |
Brief description | Medal, bronze, bust of Niccolo Palmieri, by Andrea Guazzalotti, Italy, 15th century |
Physical description | Medal depicts on the obverse the naked bust of Palmieri to the left, tonsured. Inscription. On the reverse is a nude youth, leaning his left hand on a long staff, and holding an hour-glass in his right. |
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Object history | From the Salting bequest. |
Historical context | The figure is based on a common antique representation of Zeus. |
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Summary | This medal depicts on the obverse Nicolo Palmieri (1402-1467) from Sicily. He was Bishop of Orta, 1455. On the reverse is a nude youth figure, which is based on a common antique representation of Zeus. |
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Accession number | A.186-1910 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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