Isotta degli Atti of Rimini, d. 1470 1446 Medalist: Matteo de' Pasti Italian Obverse: Following her name, in the part of the inscription that is often occupied by a sitters title, Isotta is said to have ornamented all Italy by her beauty and virtue, two concepts that were considered strictly interrelated. Isotta was the mistress of the Lord of Rimini. Most unusually, they went on to marry. This medal sought to legitimize their union then and forever.Reverse: Both the meaning of the gloriously observed elephant and the choice of date - 1446 - are somewhat mysterious, given that the medal was made some years afterwards. The date may mark the beginning of Isottas illicit love affair with the Lord of Rimini and the elephant has been interpreted as signifying fame, chastity and magnanimity.. Isotta degli Atti of Rimini, d. 1470. Medalist: Matteo de' Pasti (Italian, Verona ca. 1420-after 1467 Rimini). Italian. 1446. Bronze. Medals and Plaquettes

Brand: PL Photography Limited
SKU: 6145-29149802
Availability: InStock

Isotta degli Atti of Rimini, d. 1470 1446 Medalist: Matteo de' Pasti Italian Obverse: Following her name, in the part of the inscription that is often occupied by a sitters title, Isotta is said to have ornamented all Italy by her beauty and virtue, two concepts that were considered strictly interrelated. Isotta was the mistress of the Lord of Rimini. Most unusually, they went on to marry. This medal sought to legitimize their union then and forever.Reverse: Both the meaning of the gloriously observed elephant and the choice of date - 1446 - are somewhat mysterious, given that the medal was made some years afterwards. The date may mark the beginning of Isottas illicit love affair with the Lord of Rimini and the elephant has been interpreted as signifying fame, chastity and magnanimity.. Isotta degli Atti of Rimini, d. 1470. Medalist: Matteo de' Pasti (Italian, Verona ca. 1420-after 1467 Rimini). Italian. 1446. Bronze. Medals and Plaquettes

SuperStock offers millions of photos, videos, and stock assets to creatives around the world. This image of Renaissance Medallion Art: Intricately Carved Profile of a Historical Figure by Piemags/PL Photography Limited is available for licensing today.

Royalty Free License

Royalty-Free Standard Commercial licenses are granted for worldwide, non-exclusive and perpetual use, unless specifically noted otherwise. All Royalty-Free transactions are final. The Royalty-Free Standard Commercial license has no limitations and covers up to 15 users.