Summary
Copy of a medal of Tiziano Vecelli (Titian). The original medal, by Pastorino de' Pasterini, was made in about 1545. This Electrotype copy made circa 1881 by Robert Ready. The original cast lead medal was acquired by the British Museum in the collection of King George III (Reg: G3,IP.1070). It was exhibited in the King's Gallery in 1881 and is No. 146 in the catalogue of that exhibition. It is thought that this electrotype was produced in association with that exhibition and publication and acquired by the National Gallery of Victoria where it was displayed probably from the late 1880s.The electrotype is copper plated and toned.
Obverse Description
Bust of Titian facing left wearing a tunic and cloak, close-fitting cap or hairnet on back of his head; around, TITIANVS EQVES
Reverse Description
Plain
Edge Description
Plain
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Dimensions
39 mm (Outside Diameter)
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Shape
Round
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References
King's Library.147 British Museum Reg: G3,IP.1070
[Book] Keary, C F. 1881. Guide to the Italian medals exhibited in the King's library., 50 Pages
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