Modelling & casting: Wax reliefs
Wax is used as a sculpting material for preliminary models and for works in their own right. It is quick and easy to shape, yet also cheap. Once softened, it is modelled in a similar way to clay, with the composition built up gradually. To enhance the wax, pigment can be added before moulding and pearls or other jewels can be embedded in the surface afterwards.

'Cardinal Christopher Widman', medal
'Cardinal Christopher Widman'
Medal
Johann Kornmann (died 1649)
Italy (Rome)
1648
Bronze
Museum no. 385-1906
Given by Max Rosenheim FSA, through the National Art Collections Fund
The finished medal differs from a wax model, presumably because the client or sitter asked for certain changes.
View the reverse of this medal
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