![Citadel of Piacenza [reverse] by Giovan Federico Bonzagni](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fd2w8kbdekdi1gv.cloudfront.net%2FeyJidWNrZXQiOiAiYXJ0ZXJhLWltYWdlcy1idWNrZXQiLCAia2V5IjogImFydHdvcmtzLzQzM2VlNmNmLTllZTgtNGJiYy1iMjUyLTY4NGViMWQ1OGE5YS80MzNlZTZjZi05ZWU4LTRiYmMtYjI1Mi02ODRlYjFkNThhOWFfZnVsbC5qcGciLCAiZWRpdHMiOiB7InJlc2l6ZSI6IHsid2lkdGgiOiAxOTIwLCAiaGVpZ2h0IjogMTkyMCwgImZpdCI6ICJpbnNpZGUifX19&w=3840&q=75)
Citadel of Piacenza [reverse] c. 1547
giovanfedericobonzagni
sculpture
#
medal
#
natural stone pattern
#
stone
#
sculpture
#
detailed texture
#
unrealistic statue
#
carved into stone
#
sculpture
#
carved
#
golden font
#
columned text
#
statue
"Citadel of Piacenza" is a bronze medal by Giovan Federico Bonzagni, dating to 1547. The medal features a detailed depiction of the Citadel of Piacenza, a fortified city in Italy. The inscription on the medal, “EXTR. ACV. NVM. IN. CIVI. ALGI. D. I. SO. IUV. MIL. MAN.”, refers to the bravery of the city’s soldiers. This piece is a prime example of Renaissance-era medal-making, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing the architectural details and historical significance of the Citadel.
Comments
No comments
Be the first to comment and join the conversation on the ultimate creative platform.
Collect
React
CommentMore like this
