Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta, 1417-1468, Lord of Rimini 1432 [obverse]

Pisanello

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a circular relief depicting the profile of a man with short, wavy hair and prominent facial features, including a straight nose and somewhat defined chin. He is dressed in a garment with a high collar. The material of the sculpture appears to be grayish-brown stone or metal, possibly bronze, with a slightly weathered texture. Around the edge of the relief, there is an inscription in raised lettering. The piece resembles a historical medallion or coin, crafted with fine details and symmetry. The sculpture is shown against a dark background, emphasizing its contours and the carved inscriptions.