
Costume Ornament with Profile Portrait
North Italian 14th Century · Italian
c. 1380/1400
- Medium
- repoussé silver, gilded, and translucent enamel, attached to a strip of velvet
- Classification
- Decorative Art
- Period
- 1300 to 1400
- Image size
- 2018 × 2015px
Description
This is a photograph of a circular metallic object. The object features a golden circular medallion with a textured pattern of raised geometric and floral motifs. In the center, there is a small, circular inset with a stylized profile in shades of blue and turquoise against a deep blue background. The object's design suggests a blend of historical and artistic elements. The gold sections have an embossed look reminiscent of decorative craftsmanship, hinting at a ceremonial or symbolic purpose. The medallion's edge is finely scalloped and the background of the photograph is a deep, velvety shade of maroon.
Rights & Source
Open access image from the National Gallery of Art, released under its open access program. Metadata via the NGA Open Data Program (CC0).