52 - Italy (Late 20th century – Early 21st century)

Italy (Late 20th century – Early 21st century) Reproduction of a large head bearing the effigy of Gian Galeazzo Maria Sforza, Duke of Milan (1476–94) Offset print on paper 107 x 107 cm Other inscriptions: engravings on the plate “IOGZ M SF VICECO DVX MLI SX” Provenance: Veneto Banca SpA in LCA Condition. Support: 90% Condition. Surface: 90% For direct WhatsApp assistance before and during the live auction: +39 346 12 999 80 // Direct assistance via WhatsApp before and during the auction: +39 346 12 999 80 The print depicts a Milanese “testone,” a 9.5-gram silver coin featuring an armored bust of Gian Galeazzo Maria Sforza facing right. On the reverse, not shown here, the coin features an armored bust of Ludovico Maria Sforza, who was regent at the time of minting.