Gilded Bronze Medal - St John The Baptist

Object description :

"Gilded Bronze Medal - St John The Baptist"

Gilded bronze medal representing on one side Saint John the Baptist with the inscription S IOAN . BAPTIST and on the other the holy house of Nazareth carried by two angels SAN. CASA ROMA. This type of religious medal is quite widespread in Rome in the 17th century, our example is interesting for its high quality and finesse of execution.

17th century
Height: 5.7 cm (light wear)
Ex. Collection Denise MANNONI (1918-2003) - painter

Price: 480 €

Period: 17th century
Style: Renaissance, Louis 13th
Condition: Good condition

Material: Bronze
Height: 5,7cm

Reference: 1462090