Summary

Copy of a medal depicting Michelangelo Buonarotti. The original medal by Antonio Selvi (1679-1753) was produced in about 1720. This uniface electrotype copy was made circa 1881 by Robert Ready. The original medal was uniface cast bronze. This electrotype in copper plated and toned.

Obverse Description

Draped bust of Michelangelo facing right wearing embroidered doublet; around, MICHAEL ANGELVS BONAROTVS, below bust, the artist's initials, AS

Reverse Description

Plain

Edge Description

Plain

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