Francesco Malipiero, Venetian patrician, Brother of Vincenzo [obverse]

Maffeo Olivieri

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture features a circular relief portrait of a man with shoulder-length hair and a full beard, rendered in profile facing to the right. Crafted from a bronze-colored material, it has a metallic sheen. The portrait is surrounded by detailed engraving work, especially in the hair and facial features. The man's attire shows stylized linear patterns suggesting a textured garment. An inscription in capital letters with names and possible dates surrounds the portrait, adding a historical dimension. The overall appearance is reminiscent of an antique commemorative medal, resembling historic or numismatic art forms.