Summary
Copy of a medal of Duke Francesco Sforza (1401-1466). The original medal was by the artist by Sperandio of Mantua (about 1431-1504). This two piece electrotype copy was made circa 1881 by Robert Ready. This electrotype copy was made circa 1881 at British Museum by Robert Ready from a bronze cast held by that museum (Reg: G3,VP.10). The medal was probably produced after the death of the Duke in 1466 as the building on the reverse was intended as his memorial.
Obverse Description
Bust of the Duke facing three-quarters to right; around, FRANCISCVS . SFORTIA . VICECOMES . DVX . MEDIOLANI . QVARTVS .
Reverse Description
Building with four cupolas; around, . OPVS . SPERANDEI .
Edge Description
Plain
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Dimensions
90 mm (Outside Diameter)
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Shape
Round
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References
Kress p.26, No. 115
[Book] Hill, George W. & Pollard, Graham. 1967. Renaissance Medals from the Samuel H. Kress Collection., 26 Pages
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