Portrait of Pope Paul II Barbo (obverse) and (reverse)

Cristoforo di GeremiaWW-1463-535657

1463·bronze·Overall: 4.2 x 3.7 cm (1 5/8 x 1 7/16 in.)

Gift of Kelvin Smith in memory of Kenall Kelley

Catalogue

Year: 1463
Medium: bronze
Dimensions: Overall: 4.2 x 3.7 cm (1 5/8 x 1 7/16 in.)
Collection: Cleveland Museum of Art
Artist: Cristoforo di Geremia

Artist

Cristoforo di Geremia

Sculpture

Cristoforo di Geremia (1410–1476) of Mantua was a Renaissance sculptor, goldsmith, and medallist. He worked in Rome beginning sometime around 1456 and was active until 1476. He is most famous for his bronze medallion work under Pope Paul II. Cristoforo did a number of medals and jewellery for royal and noble commissions.

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