A round relief sets upright, armed Minerva against seated Vulcan with his hammer and anvil. The dark patina and highlighted outlines create an intimate metalwork image for later interpretations of the gods of skilled making.
Source citation: Unknown Italian maker, 16th century. Minerva and Vulcan. late 16th century. National Gallery of Art, Washington. 1957.14.465. https://www.nga.gov/artworks/44182-minerva-and-vulcan
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