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The image shows two angelic figures in an ornate illustration. They are standing upright with one arm extended to hold a crown. The central figure has detailed facial features, flowing hair with a crown of leaves, draped garments, and large wings. Two circular portrait medallions on each side feature men with distinct facial features. Below the figures, a lion with a shield is depicted, along with various ensigns and drapery. The background shows a detailed landscape with architectural elements and a clear sky.
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The image shows two angelic figures in an ornate illustration. They are standing upright with one arm extended to hold a crown. The central figure has detailed facial features, flowing hair with a crown of leaves, draped garments, and large wings. Two circular portrait medallions on each side feature men with distinct facial features. Below the figures, a lion with a shield is depicted, along with various ensigns and drapery. The background shows a detailed landscape with architectural elements and a clear sky.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Alexander de Medicis and Cosmo de Medicis

Martino Rota

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
plate: 17 x 17 cm (6 11/16 x 6 11/16 in.) sheet: 17.7 x 17.7 cm (6 15/16 x 6 15/16 in.)
Classification
Print
Accession number
1943.3.7539
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Time span
1501 to 1550
Department
CG-E
Original NGA record Wikidata

Subjects and terms

  • Italian
  • Woman
  • Lion
  • Portrait
  • Man
  • Figures

NGA object ID 10335. Collection metadata is reproduced under CC0. This work is included because its NGA published-image record is marked open access; visitors should recheck the source record before substantial reuse.