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The sculpture is a round object resembling an old coin or medallion. The design features a central motif with a pointed, arrow-like figure surrounded by four circular patterns encased within a lobed border. The material appears to be metal, likely silver or a similar alloy, with a silver-gray color and areas of tarnish. Around the edges, there is an inscription or series of symbols. The sculpture is relatively flat with raised designs and inscriptions.

Four-wheeled Carro, Heraldic Symbol of the Carrara Family [reverse]

Paduan 14th Century · Italian

1390

Medium
silver
Classification
Sculpture
Period
1300 to 1400
Image size
4912 × 4912px

Description

The sculpture is a round object resembling an old coin or medallion. The design features a central motif with a pointed, arrow-like figure surrounded by four circular patterns encased within a lobed border. The material appears to be metal, likely silver or a similar alloy, with a silver-gray color and areas of tarnish. Around the edges, there is an inscription or series of symbols. The sculpture is relatively flat with raised designs and inscriptions.

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