Seal of John II, King of Castile and Leon
Unknown Artist
15th century
Medium
Lead
Dimensions
Diam. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm); thickness 1/4 in. (0.6 cm); Wt. 5.2 oz. (147.4 g)
Classification
Miscellaneous
Culture
Spanish
Department
Arms and Armor
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Bashford Dean, 1923
Accession Number
23.240.1
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About this artwork
This Lead by Unknown Artist from 15th century exemplifies historical artistic production through its materials, techniques, and aesthetic approach. Created within specific cultural and historical contexts, works like this reflect both individual artistic vision and broader patterns of workshop practice, patron expectations, and prevailing aesthetic theories. The medium of Lead required specialized knowledge developed through years of training, involving mastery of materials preparation, tool use...