Alexander VII (Pope, 1655–67) 1665
gasparomorone
themetropolitanmuseumofart
sculpture
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medal
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3d sculpting
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ring
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sculptural image
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black and white theme
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unrealistic statue
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black and white
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decorative-art
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profile
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statue
This 1665 bronze medal by Gasparo Morone, depicts a profile portrait of Pope Alexander VII. The medal was made during the Pope’s reign (1655–67). The piece features the inscription "ALEX. VII. PONT. MAX. AN. IX" which translates to "Alexander VII, Pope, Maximum, Year 9." This medal is a fine example of Renaissance portraiture and is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
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