Marguerite de Chassey, Wife of Jean Carondelet [reverse]

Attributed to Giovanni Candida

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a round medallion featuring a side profile portrait of a woman with a head covering that drapes down in a stylized manner. It has an inscription that reads "MARGARITA DECHASSE." The medallion is predominantly a muted brown color, suggesting it may be made from bronze or a similar metal. It appears to be finely crafted, with the relief work and text placed prominently on its surface. The detailing in the metal highlights the facial features and the folds of the headdress, creating a lifelike representation within the limited space of the medallion.