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Annibale Fontana was an Italian Renaissance medalist and gem-cutter, active in the late 16th century. Fontana was known for his detailed and expressive medallions depicting historical and mythological scenes. His most famous work includes a bronze plaque, showing a detailed scene from the myth of Perseus and Medusa. Fontana's art was often commissioned by wealthy patrons and collectors, reflecting the artistic trends of the Renaissance period. His works, though often small in scale, display meticulous attention to detail and mastery of the medium, showcasing the high level of craftsmanship of this era.
Born
1540
Died
1587
Hercules and the Hydra
Annibale Fontana
1578
Hercules and Cerberus
Annibale Fontana
1578
Fernando as Hercules Plucking the Apples of the Hesperi...
Annibale Fontana
1562
Fernando Francesco II d'Avalos, c. 1530-1571, Marquess ...
Annibale Fontana
1562
Castaldi in Armor with Other Figures [reverse]
Annibale Fontana
1562
Giambattista Castaldi, 1493-after 1565, Count of Piaden...
Annibale Fontana
1562
Giambattista Castaldi, 1493-after 1565, Count of Piaden...
Annibale Fontana
1562
Conquest of Transylvania [reverse]
Annibale Fontana
1562
Giovanni Paolo Lomazzo, 1538-1600, Milanese Painter and...
Annibale Fontana
1564
Lomazzo Bowing to Mercury and Fortune [reverse]
Annibale Fontana
1564
Consalvo Fernandez de Cordoba, 1453-1515, called the Gr...
Annibale Fontana
1550
Battle under City Walls [reverse]
Annibale Fontana
1550
The Abduction of Dejanira
Annibale Fontana
1549
Male term figure
Annibale Fontana
1687
Sacrifice of Abraham
Annibale Fontana
1600