Jesus Christ
Medal
late 15th century (made)
late 15th century (made)
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This is a bronze medal made in the late 15th century in Italy. The obverse of this medal represents the head of Christ and an inscription 'YHS.XPS.SALVATOR MUNDI.' The reverse shows a Latin inscription.
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Title | Jesus Christ (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Bronze |
Brief description | Medal, bronze cast and chased, with head of Christ and a Latin inscription, Italian, late 15th century |
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Marks and inscriptions | 'YHS.XPS.Salvator mundi' |
Object history | Bought from the Soulages Collection in 1865, for £3. |
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Summary | This is a bronze medal made in the late 15th century in Italy. The obverse of this medal represents the head of Christ and an inscription 'YHS.XPS.SALVATOR MUNDI.' The reverse shows a Latin inscription. |
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Accession number | 664-1865 |
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Record created | April 29, 2008 |
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