Chased, two scratches on forehead. Cast. Rare.
From the RBW Collection. Ex Lanz 33 (30 April 1985), lot 239; Schweizerischer Bankverein 35 (13 September 1994), lot 1205.
According to myth, an earthquake of 362 BC left a large pit in the Roman Forum. Hoping to appease the gods in light of this disaster, the Romans consulted an oracle and were informed that they needed to sacrifice Rome’s greatest treasure. The soldier Marcus Curtius, realizing that courage was the Roman people’s greatest virtue, rode his horse into the opening, which thereafter closed.
Concz Welcz, a 16th-century medalist, is known for her intricate silver medallions, often depicting classical figures. Welcz's work, characterized by meticulous detail and delicate rendering, showcases her mastery of the medium. Her short career, spanning only six years, left a lasting impression on the history of Renaissance medal-making.
