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1401 to 1500

111 works

The sculpture in the image is a circular, bronze-colored relief depicting a classical scene with several human figures. The figures are soldiers or warriors, with helmets and armor, some riding horses, walking in a procession. They carry long staffs adorned with symbols, such as an eagle. The sculpture appears to be made of bronze or a similar metal, giving it an antique appearance. In the foreground, a central figure stands near a column or pedestal with a decorative element that might be a flame or incense burner. Behind them, two figures observe the scene through an arcade.

Mucius Scaevola

Master IO.F.F.

This is a photograph of a red textured surface. The image shows a close-up view of a material that has a consistent, even crimson color with a subtle grid-like pattern. This pattern is reminiscent of a leather-like texture, characterized by its small, interconnected lines and natural-looking grooves that give it a realistic, tactile appearance. The surface appears to be smooth and slightly glossy, reflecting the light subtly to highlight the pattern throughout. The edges of the surface are slightly rounded.

The Passion

Master S

The image shows a woman sitting on a cloud, reaching her right hand towards three shapes (a circle, a square, and a triangle) floating beside her. She has curly hair tied up, wears elegant robes, and appears serene. The background displays a landscape with hills, a river, and rocks. The scene is framed by a detailed border with the word "GEOMETRIA" and Roman numerals "XXXIIII" at the bottom.

Geometria (Geometry)

Master of the E-Series Tarocchi

This is a print showing a man and a woman intertwined on the left edge of a long table. The people are partially clothed and pressed tightly against each other, the man holding the woman's bottom, and the woman's legs raised up under the man's arms. The woman has long, flowing hair and what looks like a tiara on her head, and the man's curling hair is tied with a strip of fabric around his head. A curling banner emerges from the edge of the table next to them and curves up the left side of the print. On the right, a creature is stepping up onto the table, using a stool. The creature appears to have the legs and tail of a lion and the body and wings of a bird, but its head and upper torso resemble a large penis. A bell appears to hang from the creature. The material that the print is on is a mottled copper color, with areas of yellow, orange, and dark blue discoloration.

Allegory on Copulation [verso]

Italian 15th Century

This is a painting of a religious scene with four figures. One central figure is in a praying posture, and another figure holds a cup in the background. The style is reminiscent of medieval religious artwork, with bold outlines and flat areas of color. The figures wear ornate robes and are adorned with halos. The background features stylized trees and rocks.

Christ on the Mount of Olives

German 15th Century

The head and shoulders of a cleanshaven man are carved from white marble lightly streaked in gray in this freestanding sculpture. In this view, the shoulders are square to us, but he turns his head to our right. His left eyebrow, to our right, appears to cocked as he looks into the distance, and he has a sweeping nose with a rounded tip. His long upper lip overhangs the lower lip in a slight overbite. His hair is parted down the middle and ends in curls that angle from eye-level framing his forehead to ear-level at the back of his neck. He wears a high-collared breastplate over linked mail. The breastplate is ornamented with bands of flowers, dots, and other geometric designs. A strap and buckle hang from the neck area. The sculpture ends in a blunt, straight edge across the bottom, and it rests on a brown stone pedestal in front of a gray background.

Astorgio Manfredi

Mino da Fiesole

The sculpture is a ceramic vessel featuring a painted depiction of a cherubic, nude figure holding a vertical rod with a heart attached at the end. The background scene includes stylized mountains and grass. The vessel is painted in blue tones with yellow and hints of green. The figure has pale skin and brown, curly hair, and the material appears to be ceramic or pottery. The vessel is cylindrical with slightly curved sides, a wider base, and a narrow neck. Terracotta brown is visible at the rim and base, creating an aged and rustic appearance.

Albarello with Cupid spearing a heart

Faenza 16th Century

The sculpture depicts a round medallion featuring a central figure with a human face surrounded by serpentine hair, possibly representing the mythological Medusa. Flanking this central figure are two smaller, naked human figures, likely cherubs, each positioned to the left and right with their arms extended towards the center. The medallion is made of dark brown material, likely bronze or a similar metal, giving it an antique and textured finish. The subject's expression is neutral, looking outward towards the viewer, and the intricate details of the hair and figures add depth. The piece has a small hole at the top, which suggests it may have been intended for hanging or attachment.

The Head of Medusa

North Italian 16th Century

The sculpture is a wooden chest with intricate carvings. The chest is a rich, dark brown color and features leaf motifs on the corners and circular designs along the top edge. The carvings are detailed and symmetrical. The chest is displayed on a white plinth, elevating it off the wooden floor.

Cassone Carved and Gilded

Florentine 15th Century

Coronation of the Virgin with the Trinity and Saints

Coronation of the Virgin with the Trinity and Saints

Olivetan Master

Three pale-skinned men wearing long, dark robes stand in and near a dense cluster of vivid, mint-green buildings with arched openings and clay-red colored roofs that nearly fill this vertical painting. Near the lower center of the composition, two bearded men stand in an open doorway looking out at the younger, cleanshaven man who stands barefoot to our right, facing them. At the door, the man in front has a long, white beard, and he holds a red book, or manuscript, in his left hand while holding up his right hand with his first two fingers raised. The man behind him has a red beard and hair. The younger man to our right bows his head, encircled with a gold halo, toward the pair in the doorway. The younger man holds one hand over his heart, and in the other holds a long, gnarled walking stick. The skin of all three men has a greenish cast. The green buildings are tall and narrow. Beyond the buildings, near the top of the panel, a row of tall, dark green trees are silhouetted against the shiny gold sky. The gold background is punched with a decorative band of small circles and arches along the top edge of the panel.

Saint Anthony Leaving His Monastery

Master of the Osservanza

The image shows a circular sculpture depicting a figure riding a horse. The subject of the sculpture is a person dressed in historical or military attire, mounted on a horse captured mid-step, with its front leg raised. The material seems to be metal with a patina, likely bronze or a similar alloy. The sculpture is detailed with relief work showing the contours of the rider and horse. Embossed text encircles the figures, possibly indicating a commemorative name. Small holes can be seen on the surface, suggesting possible mounting or display purposes.

Ercole on Horseback [reverse]

Baldassare d'Este

The form of a woman standing inside an arched niche is created with vibrant painted and cut glass held in place by dark lines, probably lead, in this vertical stained-glass window. The woman’s body faces us but she turns her face to our left to look down in that direction. She wears a red dress under a blue robe lined with canary yellow. She holds a book in one hand, and her other hand, to our left, is down by her side. Her skin is a yellowish color, and she has long yellow hair with a darker yellow halo. In front of her and to our right is a lectern decorated with intricate scrollwork and floral carvings. The rounded arch behind her is filled with a coral-orange shell. A border with flowers is created with white, yellow, pale pink, red, and light blue glass.

The Virgin Annunciate

Giovanni di Domenico

Galeazzo Maria Sforza, 1444-1476, 5th Duke of Milan 1466 [obverse]

Milanese 16th Century

The image shows a round, bronze medallion with a relief scene depicting multiple human figures and a centaur. On the left side, there is a centaur carrying a branch or staff. In the center, two human figures are embracing. To the right, two standing human figures are depicted; one is holding a staff, and the other is wrapped in a garment. A small dog and some foliage are visible on the ground. The medallion is predominantly bronze with variations in tone due to the relief work. There is a hole near the top of the medallion, possibly for hanging.

Achilles Taking Leave of Thetis and Chiron

Mantuan 16th Century

Vittorino de' Rambaldoni da Feltre, 1379-1446, Humanist [obverse]

Pisanello

The sculpture is an oval-shaped relief depicting a central figure emerging from a rectangular structure resembling a carved box or tomb. The central figure is draped in a garment, standing with an arm raised, and holding a staff with a flag. Two smaller figures, possibly angels or followers with halos, are on each side. The entire composition is within a raised border. The sculpture appears to be metal, likely bronze, with a dark brown color and subtle lighter highlights indicating wear or patina. The sculpture has detailed engravings on its surface for texture.

The Resurrection with Two Saints

Italian 15th Century

This is a photograph of an ornate, vintage book cover. The cover is made of embossed leather, featuring a pattern of geometric shapes and floral motifs. The cover displays signs of aging and wear. A brass clasp is visible along the right edge. There is a paper label affixed to the upper part of the cover with faded writing. The cover is deep brown with hints of wear, revealing the texture typical of aged leather-bound books.

Spiegel des menschlichen Lebens

The Zamorensis Master

A woman sits and supports a baby standing on her lap, both against a gold background in this arched, vertical painting. The woman and baby’s light skin is shaded with faint green, and they have pale pink cheeks. The woman’s body faces us. She tips her head toward the baby who stands on her knee, to our right. The woman looks at us with light brown eyes under curving brows. She has a long, straight nose, and her small pink lips are closed. Her blond hair is mostly covered by a midnight-blue robe that drapes over her shoulders, across her lap, and pools on the floor. The robe is lined with goldenrod yellow, edged with bright gold, and has gold starburst-like designs on the shoulder we can see and top of the head. The dress she wears underneath has more gold stars creating a pattern across the pearl-white fabric. A sky-blue scarf wraps over her head and loops across her shoulders. The baby holds one end of the scarf, and his other elbow rests on the woman’s shoulder. She props him up with both hands. He has a cap of blond curls and chubby cheeks with delicate features. His geranium-red garment falls over a pale blue skirt that reaches his bare feet. In the hand near the woman’s shoulder, he holds a scroll with the letters “EGO S.” The floor beneath them is mint green and has gold writing across the front, reading, “AVE.G ANN O.D M.CCCC.XIII.” The woman and baby’s disc-like gold halos blend into the gold background, which is visibly cracked in some areas. The panel comes to a pointed arch at the top.

Madonna and Child

Lorenzo Monaco

The sculpture is a detailed bust of a young man with pale skin and wavy brown hair that almost reaches to his shoulders, seen from the chest up. He has thin, arched eyebrows, a long, straight nose, and thin red lips that are partially open. A dark red and green cloth or cloak is draped over his shoulders and tied near his left arm, and it appears to cover a light brown garment with the texture of fur. The sculpture has no base.

Saint John the Baptist

Florentine 15th Century

The sculpture is a detailed relief depicting two figures engaged in a handshake. Both figures are draped in classical attire. The figure on the left holds a staff topped with two entwined snakes and wings. The figure on the right holds a cornucopia filled with abundant produce. Between them, a small altar-like structure is adorned with fruit. The relief is crafted from bronze, giving it a metallic brown hue with areas of lighter patina. The rectangular plaque has two holes near its top corners. The overall appearance of the sculpture is flat, with the figures slightly raised against the background.

An Emperor and Concord

Cristoforo di Geremia

The sculpture depicts multiple human figures in a dynamic interaction against a backdrop of architectural elements. The figures have distinct facial features and clothing styles, and the setting suggests a scene from classical or ancient times. The sculpture is predominantly brown and has a relief appearance, with a textured background.

Augustus and the Sibyl

Briosco, called Riccio, Andrea

This is a photograph of an old coin. The image shows a circular metal coin with intricate detailing. The center of the coin features a shield divided into four quarters, with various symbols in each quarter. Above the shield is a crown and around it are decorative elements including foliage. The edge of the coin has inscribed text in an old-style font, encircling the shield and crowning design. The texture of the coin suggests it is made from a metal material.

Crowned Shield [reverse]

Milanese 15th Century

The image shows a person standing barefoot on a tiled surface, holding an open book. The person has a solemn facial expression, short hair, and is wearing a long brown robe with a hood. In the background, there is a golden archway with intricate patterns, leading to a landscape with trees and a clear blue sky.

Saint Bernardino of Siena

Foppa, Vincenzo

It is a drawing showing three individuals engaged in various activities. The left figure is focused on an object in hand with stick-like objects protruding from a round shape at their feet. A smaller form, possibly a child, is leaning against them. In the center, another figure is holding a vertical, spindle-like object and seems to be spinning or weaving. Their feet are partially visible, showing strands of material extending towards a basket filled with tools or materials. To the right, a third figure sits on a barrel holding a musical instrument resembling a bagpipe. The scene is set against a plain background with a stylized, linear engraving technique.

Various Occupations [recto]

Italian 15th Century

This is a photograph of an ancient coin. The coin is circular with a finely serrated rim and features intricate engravings on its surface. In the center, there is a seated figure surrounded by ornate patterns. The figure holds a staff or scepter in one hand. Around the figure, there is an inscribed border containing possible words or letters in a historic script. The bottom part of the coin displays a series of squares with small figures or embellishments inside each one. The coin's surface shows signs of wear and age.

Saint Petronius Enthroned above Arms of Cardinal Alidosi [reverse]

Bolognese 16th Century

The sculpture depicts a hunting scene with armed hunters on horseback, holding spears, accompanied by dogs. There are additional horses in the background. The sculpture has an oval relief presentation with intricate details, such as flowing garments and textures reminiscent of ancient Roman or Greek warriors. The color of the sculpture is bronze-like, suggesting a metallic composition. The figures are highly detailed, showing the textures of the horses' manes and the musculature of the riders and dogs, creating a dynamic visual narrative.

A Panther Hunt

Bernardi, Giovanni

The sculpture is a round medallion featuring the bust of a female figure. The subject is depicted in a frontal pose with her head slightly tilted, displaying long, flowing hair. The attire appears to be loosely draped around her shoulders, accentuating the form of her upper body. The sculpture is crafted from a material resembling aged bronze, evidenced by its dark, metallic color with patches of patina, giving it a rugged texture. The medallion includes inscriptions around the perimeter. The three-dimensional relief of the bust stands out against the flat surface of the medallion, lending it a sense of depth and realism.

Elvira, Daughter of Consalvo de Córdoba [obverse]

Italian 16th Century

Death and the Miser

Bosch, Hieronymus

Standing Youth

Florentine 15th Century

This is a drawing of a scene involving a crowd. The composition features figures, some on horses, surrounding a large wooden beam with intricate textures. The figures display different postures and clothing details, showcasing interaction. The drawing conveys movement and activity with elements like leaning bodies and extended arms. In the background, there are landscape features like hills and a town. The artwork's detailing includes fabric folds, facial expressions, and spatial depth, suggesting a significant narrative or event.

Christ Carrying the Cross

Schongauer, Martin

The sculpture depicts a male figure with his hands tied behind his back. The material appears to be a dark, metallic substance, potentially bronze. The subject's head is turned slightly to the side, showing his defined facial features and curly hair. The figure's stance suggests tension, emphasized by the tightly pulled ropes around his wrists. The relief is set against a circular disc, creating subtle shadows.

Saint Sebastian

Francesco di Giorgio Martini

The image shows two central figures, one standing on a raised surface on the right with a staff and a vessel pouring water over the head of the other figure. The figure being baptized has long hair falling to their shoulders and serene facial features, with arms bent and hands clasped at the chest, wearing minimal clothing. The baptizing figure has a beard and detailed facial features, wearing a draped garment. Around them is a larger halo. On the left, a group of angels is present, with two angels kneeling, characterized by soft facial features and wings folded behind them, wearing draped robes. Above the central figure, a dove hovers with radiant lines spreading outward. The background has dark, crosshatched patterns for depth and an arched motif above, with the ground below resembling agitated waters. The image is framed, suggesting age or historical significance.

Baptism of Christ

Italian 16th Century

The sculpture depicts a small figure of a child seated with a posture suggesting relaxation or contemplation. The child appears to be holding an object that extends upwards near the head. The sculpture is made of metal with a golden hue, and some areas show wear with the underlying darker metal visible. It is mounted on a cylindrical base made of a polished stone material with a deep maroon color and white speckles throughout.

A Triton

Italian 16th Century

Lodovico Maria Sforza, called il Moro, 1451-1508, 7th Duke of Milan 1494-1500 [obverse]

Milanese 15th Century

The sculpture is a roundel featuring a figure of a bearded man holding a staff. The man is facing forward and is depicted in a carved design. The sculpture is made of a material that looks like a combination of dark wood or metal, with a golden hue accentuating the figure and rim. There are intricate carvings and crosshatching depicting the man's attire. The sculpture has a circular shape resembling a medallion or decorative plaque, giving it a historic or classical aesthetic.

Saint with Sword and Palm

Lombard 15th Century

The sculpture depicts a dragon-like creature with scales and a long, curving neck holding a set of scales. It is crafted in a round shape with a bronze color. The sculpture is a small, finely detailed relief, with the creature prominently raised against a flat background.

Winged Dragon with a Balance [reverse]

Antonio da Brescia, Fra

The Raising of Tabitha

The Raising of Tabitha

Netherlandish 15th Century

The image shows an elderly man standing upright. He has a long beard and curly hair, with deep-set eyes and arched eyebrows. He wears a long robe and holds a book in his left hand and a staff in his right hand. The background is neutral and sparse, with initials at the bottom of the image.

Saint Paul

Schongauer, Martin

The sculpture depicts a figure in a robe with a halo around its head. The figure is holding up a hand with two fingers raised. The sculpture is circular and made of a dark metal material. Details are engraved into the metal, giving the figure an outlined appearance. Surrounding the figure is a sun with radiating lines and a building structure to the side.

Saint Bernardino of Siena

Italian 15th/16th Century

The sculpture portrays a human figure standing and draped in flowing robes, holding a serpent in one hand. It is set on a round, coin-like surface. The sculpture is made of metal with a dark patina of green and brown hues, giving it an aged appearance. The relief is low, with the figure gently raised against the background, outlining the figure's form and the serpent. The edges of the piece are slightly worn.

Wisdom Gazing at a Serpent [reverse]

Florentine 15th Century

This is a photograph of a circular medallion or coin. The medallion features a raised relief depicting a robed figure with a halo holding a flower. The relief is set against a textured, diagonal crosshatch background. Surrounding the central figure are inscriptions that appear to form a name or title, including the letters "SA" and "LBERTVS." The item has a worn and weathered appearance, with a greenish patina along its rim.

Saint Albert of Trapani

Italian 15th/16th Century

The sculpture displays a relief scene of a male figure standing bound beside a column. He is adorned in a cloth around his waist, revealing a muscular build. Surrounding elements include columns and smaller figures in dynamic poses, likely embodying scenes or characters of significance. The material is a bronze-like metal with a warm brown hue and a slightly reflective surface. The overall style is classical, reminiscent of ancient or mythological themes, with the main figure in the foreground and decorative elements framing the scene.

Saint Sebastian

Moderno

A man wearing a cloak tied around his body kneels with his hands together at the foot of a crucifix, set against a rocky outcropping on this stone panel. The scene is shallowly carved in low relief from pale, apricot-peach marble. Both the kneeling man, Saint Jerome, and the man hanging on the cross have raised, disk-like halos. Slightly right of center, the kneeling man looks up at the cross from under heavy brows. He has hollow cheekbones and short hair. His robe is tied over his shoulders and falls across his hips, but his feet and slender arms are bare. The man on the cross is smaller in scale, less than half the size of Saint Jerome. He hangs heavily from his hands, which are nailed into the cross, and his head falls forward. He is nude except for a loincloth across his hips. A rocky, hut-like form fills the space behind Saint Jerome. A few details are lightly carved so are visible only on closer inspection. These include a smaller cross along the left edge of the panel and a skull at the base of the crucifix. Between the crucifix and rocky structure, a male and female lion run toward Saint Jerome, mouths open. In the space between Saint Jerome and the right edge of the panel, another person is lightly carved into the background. He runs to our right while looking back over one shoulder, perhaps at the lions. One hand is flung high, his mouth wide open, and his hair stands on end. His voluminous robe flutters around his body. Beyond him, triangular trees recede into the distance under a cloud-streaked sky.

Saint Jerome in the Desert

Desiderio da Settignano

The sculpture depicted on the metal is of a bird. The bird is perched with its wings slightly spread and head elegantly turned. Flame-like patterns are visible beneath the bird. The sculpture is made of a bronze-colored metal and is surrounded by an inscription. The worn texture of the metal suggests age and endurance.

Phoenix on a Burning Pyre [reverse]

Romano, Giancristoforo

Madonna and Child

Madonna and Child

Zoppo, Marco

The sculpture depicts two figures holding a bearded head. The figures are wearing draped garments with intricate folds. The sculpture is made of bronze, with realistic proportions and textures, presented in a relief form.

Judith with the Head of Holofernes

Briosco, called Riccio, Andrea

The sculpture is a small bust depicting the head of a person with distinctive features like deep-set eyes and textured hair. It varies in color from dark brown to a slightly lighter shade, indicating a metal material, possibly bronze. The head is proportionate, and the facial features are somewhat stylized. The sculpture appears antiquated with spots and patination typical of aged bronze artifacts. It is relatively small, standing freely on a flat base.

Head of a Faun

Briosco, called Riccio, Andrea

Costanzo Sforza, 1447-1483, Lord of Pesaro 1473 [obverse]

Enzola, Gianfrancesco

Giovanni II Bentivoglio, 1443-1509, Lord of Bologna 1462-1506 [obverse]

Bolognese 15th Century

The sculpture depicts two figures: a man and a creature with a human-like upper body and snake-like lower body. The man is nude, exhibiting a strong, muscular build, and is positioned in a dynamic stance, with one arm raised and holding the creature by its hair. The creature appears to be female, with intricate details in the long, serpentine curls of her hair that end in snake heads, and her tail is coiled on the ground. Both figures are crafted within a rectangular frame. The sculpture is composed of a dark, metallic material that gives it a glossy finish. The figures emerge in relief from the flat background.

Hercules and the Lernaean Hydra

Moderno

The sculpture depicts a scene with a central figure laying horizontally, supported by surrounding figures. The central figure is in a semi-reclined pose with an exposed torso and draped lower body. The surrounding figures have distinct expressions and gestures. The sculpture is made of a dark bronze or bronze-like material, giving it a rich hue with subtle highlights. The figures are densely packed in high relief, creating a dynamic three-dimensional quality.

The Entombment

Briosco, called Riccio, Andrea

De plurimis claris selectisque Mulieribus

De plurimis claris selectisque Mulieribus

Italian 15th Century

The painting depicts three adults and a child. The central adult, a woman, holds the child securely to her chest. The woman has pale skin and a white cloth covering her head, and she is wearing a dark cloak over a red robe. The child has curly light brown hair and is unclothed, looking towards the left. A bald man with a white beard, wearing a red garment and holding a key is on the left. On the right, another woman wears a white headscarf and a dark garment, holding a red cross. The background is dark, highlighting the people and their attire. All four of them have thin halos around their heads.

Madonna and Child with Saints

Anonymous Artist

Pax with a Miniature of the Nativity

Pax with a Miniature of the Nativity

European 19th Century

The image shows a sculpted relief featuring a central figure with long hair, a beard, and a crown of thorns, positioned in front of a cross. The central figure has eyes closed and hands crossed over its torso, displaying marks or wounds. Two smaller angelic figures with wings are on either side, kneeling and holding their hands together. The sculpture is made of a golden material, giving it a rich and luminous appearance. It is set within a rectangular frame, and the background features an arch pattern at the bottom.

The Dead Christ with Two Angels

Bellano, Bartolomeo

Two women and a baby, all with pale skin, sit together on a gray, stone throne with patterned fabric hanging behind them and a patterned rug below in this narrow, vertical painting. The woman sitting on the throne, Saint Anne, is the largest. A second woman, Mary, is smaller in scale, and she sits on Saint Anne’s lap. Mary, in turn, holds a nude baby boy on her lap. Both women have light brown eyes under faint, arched brows, smooth skin, long straight noses, and their shell-pink lips are closed. Saint Anne sits with her body facing us and she looks down with her head slightly tilted to our left. Her white head covering drapes over her shoulders and hangs down from her chin to cover her neck. She wears a marine-blue dress cinched at her waist with a black and gold belt, and a crimson-red robe that falls to and puddles around her feet. Her right arm, on our left, wraps around and holds Mary’s hip, and she supports a book with gold-edged pages with her other hand. Mary sits on Saint Anne’s right thigh, to our left, and leans toward the baby, who sits on her left knee, to our right. Her long, wavy, brown hair falls over her shoulders, and she wears a cobalt-blue robe over a lilac-purple dress. The baby has short, curly blond hair and reaches to turn the pages of the book. He has rounded cheeks and a pudgy torso. The stone throne is ornamented on the arms and at the top corners with ivory-white, nude children that are presumably also carved out of stone. The cloth hanging behind Saint Anne is decorated with glimmering gold, ornamental leaf designs against a pine-green background. The rug beneath her feet is a geometric pattern of red, tan, black, and white.

The Saint Anne Altarpiece: Saint Anne with the Virgin and Child [middle panel]

David, Gerard

This is a photograph of a decorative ceramic plate featuring an intricate design with concentric circles. The plate has a central motif of two hands shaking, surrounded by blue, orange, and white colors and various geometric patterns. The inner border has zigzag and triangular shapes, while the outer border alternates between blue and orange segments. The plate includes an inscription "FIL FEL" on a blue ribbon-like band. The design suggests a traditional or historical style of pottery.

Plate with clasped hands

Faenza 15th Century

The sculpture depicts a standing figure holding a staff in a slightly raised relief on a round medallion or disk. The figure is dressed in flowing robes and is positioned centrally on the disk. The sculpture is primarily brown with visible signs of aging, likely made of metal given its corroded surface with green patina. The figure appears to be carved in a style influenced by classical art. The word "CONSTANTIA" is inscribed below the figure. A small hole is visible at the top of the disk.

Constancy Holding a Staff and Resting on a Column [reverse]

Anonymous Artist

Shown from the thighs up, a woman holding a baby is surrounded by a man, woman, and two winged angels in this vertical painting. Mary, the central woman, the baby, Jesus, and the other woman, Saint Catherine of Alexandria, have pale, peach-toned skin. The man, Saint Jerome, and two angels have slightly darker peach-colored skin with faint gray shading. They all have gold halos, wide-set, hooded, light brown eyes, long, straight noses, delicate mouths, and pointed chins where we can see. Mary sits with her knees angled to our right, and she looks down at the baby held sitting upright near that shoulder. The crown of her head is covered by a white veil down to her forehead. A lapis-blue cloak drapes over the back of her head, her shoulders, and across her lap. There is a gold starburst on the right shoulder, to our left, and the cloak is edged in gold. The dress she wears is patterned ruby red on garnet red and decorated with shimmering, bright gold designs. She supports Jesus’s bottom with her left hand, to our right, and braces his chest with her other hand. He has small features with chubby cheeks, a high hairline with blond hair, and a chubby body. He grips the neckline of her dress with his right hand, to our left, and touches the hand that holds his chest with the other. He is nude except for a translucent white cloth around his chest and hips. To our left, Saint Jerome looks down at and writes in a book with a dark green cover using a feather quill. He is balding and has a long white beard. His forehead is lined, his cheeks hollow, and his lips parted. He wears a red robe over a white garment with a white collar. To our right, Saint Catherine looks at Jesus and holds a blue-covered book and black quill pen in one hand and a fragment of a wooden wheel lined with spikes with the other. Her blond hair is wrapped with and around a white cloth, and she wears a white-on-white patterned dress under a silver-gray cloak. One angel looks on from between Mary and the other looks up and to our right from behind Jesus. Both have their lips parted. The one to our right wears a pale pink garment and holds up one hand. The background is shiny, bright gold punched along the top and upper corners with a geometric design.

Madonna and Child with Saint Jerome, Saint Catherine of Alexandria, and Angels

Giovanni, Matteo di

Maria of Burgundy, 1457-1482, First Wife of Maximilian I 1477 [reverse]

Austrian 16th Century

This is a photograph of an ancient coin. The coin features designs with heraldic symbols, such as a shield with crosses and a crest above it. The surrounding text is carved in a serif font following the contour of the coin's edge. The surface of the coin displays a patina, suggesting age and handling.

Shield of Savoy [reverse]

Turin 16th Century

Possibly Diamante de' Medici, Wife of Giovanni Capponi [obverse]

Anonymous Artist

This is a painting of a group of people gathered around a cave-like structure in a hilly landscape. The people have light skin and wear ornate and flowing robes in shades of pink, teal, and gold, and they are gathered closely together, some gesturing towards the cave. At the mouth of the cave, a man wrapped in strips of off-white cloth stands, looking out at the crowd. Two other men stand next to him, appearing to remove his cloth wrappings. To the right, in the center of the image, a man with long golden hair faces the cave and raises one arm. He wears blue and gold robes over a white garment, and his other hand holds a golden book. There is a halo behind his head. Behind him are ten other men of varying ages wearing colorful robes who also have halos. In the background are hills, greenery, and a sprawling city of white buildings with red roofs that extend towards the horizon. Tall palm trees punctuate the landscape, and the sky above is light blue with pink clouds.

The Raising of Lazarus

Gozzoli, Benozzo

Nicolas Maugras, Bishop of Uzes 1483-1503 [obverse]

Candida, Giovanni

This is a photograph of an engraved metal object. The engraved image depicts a figure wearing a dress sitting on a chair, holding a bird, surrounded by floral elements. The figure is set against a patterned background with detailed engraving that enhances the texture of the garment and the foliage. The object's borders are adorned with a simple, repeating pattern, and there are metallic rivets visible at the top. This piece features an attachment component at the bottom. The photograph captures the intricate details and craftsmanship of the engraving, highlighting the contrast between the polished metal and the darkened etched lines.

Seated Woman Facing Left, Holding a Flowering Branch

Bolognese 15th Century

This horizontal tapestry is divided into three vertical sections by architectural columns and arches. The center column is a little wider than those to either side, but all three sections are packed with people, all with ivory-white skin. In the center column, a crowned Jesus is seated on a throne at the top center. His elaborately patterned robe falls in folds down past his feet. He hovers above a landscape view, which is flanked in the foreground by groups of men and women. About a dozen people are clustered on each side, many of them looking up at Jesus, and most of them wearing religious garments that range from monks and nuns to cardinals and bishops. Two crowned men kneel to our right in the center panel, their hands pressed together in prayer. Each column on either side of the central panel is divided so there is a smaller vignette above taller vignettes below. Large groups of people gather in each scene. Much of the tapestry’s surface is now brown, but it is punctuated throughout with patches of rust red, sky blue, and pale yellow.

The Triumph of Christ ("The Mazarin Tapestry")

Netherlandish 16th Century

The sculpture is a circular relief medallion depicting a scene with multiple human figures and a chariot at the top. The figures are engaged in various activities, with some sitting and others standing. The sculpture is brown and likely made of bronze or a similar metal, giving it an aged patina. The figures are intricately carved, providing depth and movement, with attention to detail. The chariot at the top adds to the action-oriented narrative. The medallion has a small hole at the upper edge.

Mars and Venus

Master of the Orpheus Legend

Stultifera navis (Ship of Fools)

Stultifera navis (Ship of Fools)

Dürer, Albrecht

The relief panel depicts various scenes, including a centaur in the center, surrounded by smaller panels of cherubic figures and circular scenes. The sculpture is made of a bronze-like material with detailed musculature and flowing lines, capturing a sense of movement and vitality. Craftsmanship is intricate, showcasing classical themes and storytelling elements.

Nessus and Deianira

Moderno

The Malatesta Elephant in a Meadow [reverse]

Pasti, Matteo de'

The image presents an upper-body illustration of a man seated in a formal portrait pose. His face has a rounded shape with prominent cheeks, a full mustache, and a short beard, and he looks straight ahead. He wears a large, ornate hat and a cloak with a fur-lined collar. In his hands, he holds a sword diagonally across his torso. The background features a plain light-colored surface with three heraldic shields and a decorative serif font Latin text below the illustration.

John Frederic the Magnanimous, in Electoral Robes [left]

German 16th Century

The sculpture is a circular relief featuring four Roman soldiers engaged in an interaction around a pedestal with a flame. Two soldiers stand in the background, one holding a large spear or standard, while another soldier is seated in the foreground to the left. All soldiers are depicted wearing typical Roman military attire, including helmets and armor. The material of the sculpture has an aged bronze appearance, characterized by a dark brown color with some green patina in places. The sculpture is intricately detailed, capturing the scene as if preserved from a moment in ancient Roman military life.

Mucius Scaevola

Pseudo Melioli

The image shows a decorative table with a dark green rectangular top framed by a wooden border. The table is made of dark brown wood with intricate carvings of acanthus leaves and classical motifs. It has a single ornate pedestal support that leads to a four-footed base with matching carvings. The table is at a standard coffee table height.

Walnut Pedestal Table with Inlaid Marble Top

Italian 16th Century

The circular medallion depicts a Roman soldier riding a horse in a dynamic pose. The rider holds reins and the horse is mid-stride. The medallion is bronze with inscriptions reading “VICTORIAE AUGUSTE.” Fine details are captured in the armor and horse. There is a small hole near the top. The imagery is in relief against the flat surface.

Equestrian Figure of Marcus Croto [reverse]

Belferdino, Varrone

The image displays a wooden chair with an engraved backrest and a cushioned seat. The backrest has gold rivets and carved details, and the seat has a golden fringe. The chair is centered, with arms slightly extended, and ornate carvings are visible on the backrest and lower bar.

Leather-covered Walnut Armchair

Italian 16th Century

The sculpture portrays a satyr, a mythological creature with a human upper body and a goat-like lower body. The satyr is depicted seated with its arms bound behind its back, legs crossed, and head slightly tilted. The bronze sculpture showcases detailed musculature, facial features, and textured hair. It is placed on a black stone pedestal.

Bound Satyr

Anonymous Artist

Giovanni Fasiol [obverse]

Venetian 16th Century

The sculpture is a circular relief depicting two male figures engaged in a handshake over an altar-like structure. One figure is dressed in classical attire, wearing a tunic and a cloak, while the other is similarly robed. In the background, there is a smaller figure or statue on a pedestal. The sculpture is crafted from a material that appears to be silver or a silver-like metal, giving it a shiny and reflective surface. The details are intricately carved, showing the folds in their garments and the expressions on their faces. The sculpture is designed to be viewed from the front, and the deeply carved elements create shadows that highlight the figures' outlines against the circular background.

Antique Sacrifice

Tommaso di Calisto

This is a photograph of a decorative ceramic vase. The vase has painted scenes and motifs across its surface. The upper portion features a seated figure, peacock-like designs, foliage, and an orange color amidst green leaves. The middle section has an inscription reading "FILIONIO." The bottom section depicts cherubs or putti, one riding on a dolphin-like creature over waves. The composition suggests an ornate, historical style, possibly reminiscent of Italian Renaissance ceramics known for vivid colors and detailed storytelling in art.

Albarello with woman spinning and putti on sea monsters

Deruta 16th Century

This is a photograph of a decorative ceramic jar with a mythological scene. The jar features a winged cherub, who is blindfolded and seated on a golden blanket. The background shows a natural scene, with green possibly representing grass or water, and distant hills or mountains. The rim of the jar has alternating color patterns with geometric designs. The artwork on the jar suggests a traditional aesthetic typical of European ceramics.

Albarello with blindfolded, bound Cupid

Faenza 16th Century

Antonio di Dante Castiglione

Anonymous Artist

Albarello with a portrait of a youth (Mitriano)

Neapolitan 15th Century

Constantia

North Italian 16th Century

The sculpture is a round relief featuring several figures. In the foreground, there is a seated figure on the left holding an instrument while resting on a structure. To the right stands a female figure holding a torch in her right hand, with long hair falling over her shoulders. Between them stands a smaller figure, possibly a child. In the background, there is a tree and various textured and architectural elements. The sculpture appears to be made of bronze, exhibiting a dark, aged metallic color with highlights. The composition is intricate, with detailed figures and a textured background.

Vulcan, Cupid and Venus

Briosco, called Riccio, Andrea

Plate with running plant border and geometric panels on well; in the center, profile bust of a man in armor

Deruta 16th Century

The sculpture depicts a small group of cherubic figures. There are three child-like figures intertwined, all with distinctive curly hair. One figure is positioned centrally and slightly reclined, while the other two seem to be leaning over or supporting the central one. The sculpture is crafted from a dark material, likely bronze, giving it a rich, dark brown color with a shiny, polished surface that reveals the details of the figures’ hair, faces, and limbs. The texture of the material reflects light, highlighting the contours of the figures. The small size of the sculpture suggests it could easily fit within the palm of a hand, making it appear intimate and detailed when viewed up close.

Three Cupids

Flemish 16th Century

Mucius Scaevola

Master IO.F.F.

This is an image of a group of people in an architectural setting with a small dog at the foot of the scene. The composition features individuals surrounding a central figure in an archway. The central figure is draped in flowing garments. The surrounding figures exhibit emotional expressions and gestures. One person gestures towards the central figure in a possible moment of confrontation or proclamation. In the background, architectural elements with detailed stonework and archways are visible. A small dog is at the bottom of the scene, looking upwards. The hatching and line work create texture and depth, typical of traditional engraving techniques. The absence of color emphasizes the details in the figures' clothing and architecture.

Ecce Homo

Schongauer, Martin

The sculpture depicts a bust of a person with a serene expression and shoulder-length wavy hair. The character is adorned with intricately detailed armor, which features a central motif of a grotesque face surrounded by floral patterns in gold. The armor is primarily a dark, muted hue, accented with red sleeves that resemble fabric folds, and two horse-like figures on the shoulders. The sculpture is created from what appears to be a painted, textured material, providing a realistic yet stylized representation of a historical or mythological figure. The face contrasts with the darker tones of the armor, enhancing the lifelike appearance of the sculpture.

A Man in Armor

Onofri, Vincenzo

An armored knight and the rectangular trough he lies next to are both on a slightly larger pedestal base in this freestanding, vibrantly colored maiolica inkstand. The earthenware object was covered with tin-oxide glaze, which, when fired, results in royal blue, grass green, pale orange, and brown hues. The knight’s skin is the white of the earthenware, and his armor is blue and orange. He lies down, using his helmet as a pillow to our left. Both knees are bent, and his hands are by his sides. A staff or lance lies at his feet to our right. The base has a coat of arms on the center front, and two animals, perhaps deer, lie to either side. The base is outlined in green or blue, and it rests on four brown, paw-shaped feet.

Inkstand with sleeping knight

Faenza 15th Century

Giangaleazzo Maria Sforza, 1469-1494, 6th Duke of Milan 1476 [obverse]

Milanese 16th Century

In a landscape with chiseled, rocky mountains beyond a grassy meadow and stream, two men wearing dove-gray robes react to a flame-red cross in the sky in this nearly square painting. Both men have pale skin and their hair has been cut into a ring around each head. Their loose robes are cinched at the waist, and both have bare feet. The man to our left, with hands raised, kneels with his body angled to our right, facing the red cross in the sky, in the upper right corner of the painting. He has gray or blond hair and a flat gold halo edged with red. Five thin gold lines emanate from the red cross to touch the man’s hands, feet, and the right side of his chest. There is a red spot where one gold ray touches the palm of his right hand, closer to us. The second man, to our right, sits and leans back on one hand and holds his other hand to his brow as he looks up at the cross. He has dark hair. A small book with yellow pages and a red cover sits on the grass nearby. In the background, each of the three tall, pointed mountains nearly touch the top edge of the composition, and each is a different color, with icy, pale blue to our left, shell pink at the center, and light laurel green to our right. A stream running in front of the mountains turns a corner and comes our way in the lower right corner of the panel. The green meadow has a line of dark pine green trees and bushes behind the kneeling man and along the bottom left edge of the panel, near us. Wisps of white clouds float in the violet-purple sky above.

Saint Francis Receiving the Stigmata

Domenico Veneziano

The sculpture is a rectangular relief panel with a detailed scene. Two Triton-like figures are on each side of the central part. They have human torsos and serpentine tails, facing the center and gesturing outward. At the top-center, there is a stylized frontal mask or head surrounded by floral or scroll-like elements. Flanking the central figures are ornate vases with floral designs, birds, and elaborate scrollwork. The material appears gilded, giving it a golden color. The composition shows harmony and balance, with fantastical figures and decorative elements arranged symmetrically.

One of Two Ornamental Friezes

Florentine 16th Century

The sculpture depicts a scene of crucifixion, with a central figure on a cross flanked by two other figures, also crucified in varying postures. Surrounding these central figures are numerous human figures, some soldiers with spears and shields, while others appear distressed or mourning. The figures are intricately detailed, with attention given to their expressions and the texture of their garments. The sculpture is crafted from bronze, lending it a dark, metallic brown color with a natural patina that highlights the relief work. All figures are positioned in high relief against the relatively flat background.

The Crucifixion

Moderno

Diana

Italian 16th Century

The image shows two men in early Renaissance attire. One man is seated, leaning back against a chair, while the other man stands behind him, performing an action over his head. The standing man appears elderly with a beard, hat, and glasses, wearing a fur-collared garment. The seated man looks disheveled with tousled hair, wearing a lined shirt and loose-fitting trousers. The background is textured, with a dark arching top, and a bowl or basin is nearby. The engraving is dated "1524" and features intricate hatching details.

The Surgeon

Lucas van Leyden

The sculpture depicts a scene on a circular surface, featuring a figure at the top amidst clouds. Below, several people are shown in various poses, some holding objects or wearing distinct costumes. The color of the sculpture is a metallic gray, with rich textural details through incision and relief work. The surface includes intricate lines and etchings that create depth and pattern, capturing the scene compactly.

Possibly Martyrdom of Saint Stephen

Lombard 16th Century

The sculpture is a relief depicting a central figure standing on what seems to be an elevated platform, holding a staff or pole. Surrounding this central figure are smaller figures, including two seated or kneeling figures holding shields and staffs, and others in different poses that suggest motion. The sculpture, made of a material resembling bronze, has a dark metallic color with worn or polished areas highlighted. The relief features intricate detailing with figures in varying poses etched into a rectangular plaque, adding depth and movement. The top part includes cloud or smoke-like formations with smaller figures, possibly depicted in mid-air or within the clouds.

The Resurrection

Master I.F.P.

A dozen men and women approach or gather around a stone tomb in a church in this square painting. The people all have pale skin and wear robes in muted blue, sage green, apricot, dark pink, or vivid red. The rectangular tomb is supported on four columns, which are just taller than the people standing next to and under it. It sits in a curved apse, which is decorated with gold paintings or mosaics. In the quarter dome above, a person sits in an almond-shaped halo flanked by two people wearing royal blue and dark pink. Some of the scenes below and to the sides of the dome are hard to make out but one, to our left, shows a person wearing blue holding a baby, and another to our right is of a nearly nude person on a cross. Two people in front of the tomb raise hands to touch its bottom edge. Underneath the casket, one person supports another, who has swooned or fainted. A fifth person there peeks around the front, right column. Two women are on the six steps leading up to the tomb, and a man using a cane approaches from our right. His robes are pulled up over a red gash on his shin. At the bottom center of the picture, three men wearing knee-length tunics support each other, arms slung across each other’s shoulders. Another man carrying a crutch across one shoulder walks away from the tomb, to our left of this trio. Rows of tan stone columns topped by leafy capitals supporting vaulted arches comes toward us to either side of the tomb. One more person wearing monk’s robes is visible through the columns, near the right edge of the painting. The floor at the foot of the steps is petal pink.

The Crippled and Sick Cured at the Tomb of Saint Nicholas

Gentile da Fabriano

The image depicts a scene of the Crucifixion. Figures are shown crucifying a central figure, who is laid out horizontally on a cross. The painting is stylized with vibrant colors such as reds, greens, and yellows, and bold outlines to delineate forms. The background includes decorative foliage and dot-like patterns. The figures wear medieval-style garments. This artwork may be influenced by European religious iconography.

Christ Nailed to the Cross

German 15th Century

Marco Barbarigo, c. 1413-1486, Doge of Venice 1485 [obverse]

Anonymous Artist

The sculpture depicts a bas-relief scene with multiple figures forming a procession or gathering. On the left, a line of individuals face towards a seated figure on the right. The prominent figure is elevated with one hand extended. The figures are draped in classical robes, giving it an ancient or historical setting. The sculpture is made of bronze, with a dark brown appearance and highlights where light catches on raised surfaces. The background features arches or columns, adding to the classical architectural context. The scene appears to be a formal or ceremonial gathering with a focus on the seated figure.

Christ Brought Before Pontius Pilate

Belli, Valerio

This is an image of a wooden armchair with leather upholstery. The chair has a high back, dark-stained wood, embossed leather with decorative patterns, metallic studs, a leather-upholstered seat with studs, simple arms, and intricately carved stretchers connecting the legs. The stretchers have a looped design.

Leather-covered Walnut Armchair

Italian 16th Century

The sculpture is a rectangular relief depicting a warrior in armor on top of a rearing horse. The warrior holds a weapon above their head while the horse opens its mouth and lifts its front legs off the ground. Below the horse, another armored figure is shown lying on the ground, partially hidden under the horse's hooves. The relief is carved from bronze-colored material. There are four small holes in the corners of the sculpture.

Horseman and Foot-Soldier

Briosco, called Riccio, Andrea

This is a painting of a nativity scene. The image features a baby lying on the ground with rays emanating from it, surrounded by figures dressed in robes. A cow and an ass are beside a wooden structure, possibly a stable. One of the figures is in a kneeling position with hands clasped. An angel hovers above with a banner, and there are multiple haloed figures. The style is reminiscent of an early Renaissance religious woodcut, known for biblical and Christian iconography.

The Nativity

Bolognese 15th Century

The sculpture depicts a wooden chair with an intricate design. It features a rich brown hue and carved circular designs on the backrest. The arms extend horizontally with rounded edges. The base forms an X shape to support the seat, and the legs have detailed carvings along the edges.

Walnut Savonarola Chair with Incised Ornament

Italian 16th Century

The image depicts a person standing upright, holding a staff in their right hand. Their facial features are distinct, with downward glancing eyes and a defined jawline. The person's hair is medium length and slightly wavy, framing their face. They are dressed in a classical or medieval-style tunic with a cloak draped over their shoulders. The tunic has a skirt-like bottom with textured horizontal lines, and they are wearing tall boots. The background shows bold lines and patterns indicating rocks or cliffs, with a structure resembling a church or castle tower partially visible to the right.

Saint Roche

Italian 16th Century

The sculpture is a bell-shaped mortarium made of dark bronze. It features intricate designs including reliefs of horses and chariots in motion, as well as ornate garlands and classical motifs. The sculpture is a small, open-topped vessel with a slightly outward sloping rim, resting on a narrow base. The craftsmanship is highly detailed, making it both functional and artistic.

Mortar with Putti and Griffins

Italian 16th Century

The sculpture shows a seated figure holding a child, surrounded by two smaller winged figures. The subject is central with a prominent position in the composition, flanked by columns. The sculpture is crafted in a gold color, possibly a metal like brass or gilded. The figure at the top of the triangular pediment appears to be holding a scroll, flanked by two small figures. The sculpture features detailed patterns etched into the background and framework, including repeated geometric designs and motifs. The expression and posture of the figures suggest a calm and composed arrangement.

Madonna and Child with Two Angels

Florentine 15th Century

Faustina Romana [obverse]

Italian 16th Century