Guillaume de Poitiers, died 1503, Marquis de Cotrone [obverse]

Roman 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a profile relief of a man wearing a hat and a robe, with long, wavy hair visible. The man's profile faces to the left. The material of the sculpture appears to be bronze, giving it a metallic brown color with signs of aging that add a patina effect. The relief is carved into a circular disc, resembling a medallion or coin. Around the edge, there is an inscription that reads "GVLILERMVS•M•DEPOITIERS." The relief is detailed, capturing facial features and clothing with depth, providing a textured representation against the smooth background of the disc.