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Saint John the Baptist

Possibly Antonio Pollaiuolo Italian
probably ca. 1460–80
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 500
Hat badges, or enseignes, widely worn by fashion-conscious Renaissance men, were often emblematic in subject. The patron saint of Florence is depicted on this one. Tiny metal loops are attached to the reverse so that the badge could be sewn to the hat.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Saint John the Baptist
  • Maker: Possibly Antonio Pollaiuolo (Italian, Florence ca. 1432–1498 Rome)
  • Date: probably ca. 1460–80
  • Culture: Italian, Florence
  • Medium: Partly enameled gold set with diamonds and pearls
  • Dimensions: Diameter: 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm)
  • Classifications: Jewelry, Metalwork-Gold and Platinum
  • Credit Line: Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
  • Object Number: 17.190.923
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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