François, Duke of Valois, 1494-1547, afterwards François I, King of France 1515 [obverse]

Follower of Giovanni Candida

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a profile portrait of a man, dressed in noble attire. The man has a composed expression. The circular medallion is a rich brown hue and textured, with an inscription around the edge. There is a small hole at the top. The details are in relief against the background.