Ceremonial Target (reproduction of "The Medusa Shield")
Artist
Julio Pascual
(Toledo, Spain, active about 1930)
Date20th century (no later than 1931)
Mediumembossed iron with etching
Dimensions59.7 cm (23 1/2 in.), 8 lb 8 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.766
DescriptionModern copy by Julio Pascual of the Medusa Shield of Charles V, made in 1541 by Filippo Negroli (recorded 1525-31) and Francesco Negroli (active 1541-53).The central disc with the Medusa's head is made of a separate plate, riveted around its perimeter to the underlying shield.
ProvenancePurchased by John W. Higgins in May 1931 from Julio Pascual (maker) (Toledo, Spain). Given to the Museum on July 1, 1954. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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