
Obverse of medallion in high relief carries rather stark but effective bare-headed and naturalistic portrait of Emperor. On reverse, in lower relief, the Emperor appears in guise of Mars.
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Title of artwork, date
Gold Medalion of Maxentius, 300–400
Date supported
1959
Medium and material
Gold
Grant
3000
Total cost
6000
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