Margaretha van Parma, landvoogdes der Nederlanden
Medium
casting
Dimensions
101; 3.3
About this artwork
Schenking van mevrouw J.M. van Gelder-Nijhoff
Art Historical Context
This exquisite bronze medal, crafted by the renowned Flemish sculptor and medalist Jacques Jonghelin in 1567, Margaretha van Parma ( of Parma), the regent of the Netherlands. Measuring just 3.3 cm in diameter and weighing 101 grams, it the intricate artistry of Renaissance portrait medals—small, portable works that combined portraiture with propaganda. Jonghelinck, a master of Antwerp's vibrant artistic scene, was celebrated for his realistic depictions and skillful casting techniques, which allowed for fine details in facial features, drapery, and inscriptions. Margaret, the illegitimate dau...