Fra Giovanni Cornaro, Benedictine Monk, Abbot of Pragiia 1507-1514 [obverse]

Venetian 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a medal featuring the profile of a man in relief, facing left. The subject appears to be a portrait of a mature man. The medal is made of a copper-colored metal. Surrounding the profile is an inscribed border with the words "IO CORNELIVS MONET" and "CORCASX G COVMEN." There is a small hole at the top center of the medal. The overall craftsmanship of the medal shows detailed attention to the person's likeness and an ornate border design.