Description
Antique French Renaissance (1494 - 1610) Repoussé Copper 38" Round François 1er Portrait Rondel Wall Plaque
Francis I, French François, (born Sept. 12, 1494, Cognac, France"”died March 31, 1547, Rambouillet), King of France (1515–47). The cousin and son-in-law of Louis XII, Francis succeeded to the throne in 1515. Soon after his coronation he rode off to the Italian Wars (1515–16) and recovered the Duchy of Milan. He was a Renaissance patron of the arts, a humanist, and a popular king who traveled throughout France, curtailing abuses by nobles and providing games and processions for the people.
The king played a major role in the development of the French Renaissance. He supported artists, assembled an impressive collection of paintings, built Italian-style palaces, and encouraged humanist1 learning. During the 1500s he was commonly referred to as "the great king Francis."
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: appropriate for age, a dent along the bottom with support rod showing
Dimensions:
Height: 38 in.
Width: 38 in.
Depth: 0.5 in.
Category: Sculptural Wall Objects
Origin: France
Materials: Copper
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Francis I, French François, (born Sept. 12, 1494, Cognac, France"”died March 31, 1547, Rambouillet), King of France (1515–47). The cousin and son-in-law of Louis XII, Francis succeeded to the throne in 1515. Soon after his coronation he rode off to the Italian Wars (1515–16) and recovered the Duchy of Milan. He was a Renaissance patron of the arts, a humanist, and a popular king who traveled throughout France, curtailing abuses by nobles and providing games and processions for the people.
The king played a major role in the development of the French Renaissance. He supported artists, assembled an impressive collection of paintings, built Italian-style palaces, and encouraged humanist1 learning. During the 1500s he was commonly referred to as "the great king Francis."
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: appropriate for age, a dent along the bottom with support rod showing
Dimensions:
Height: 38 in.
Width: 38 in.
Depth: 0.5 in.
Category: Sculptural Wall Objects
Origin: France
Materials: Copper
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; appropriate for age, a dent along the bottom with support rod showing
Buyer's Premium
20%
Antique French Renaissance Repoussé Copper François 1er Portrait Wall Rondel Plaque
Estimate $200-$600
Starting Price
$40
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The Connoisseur's Estate I
May 29, 2026 6:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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