Matthias Corvinus, King of Hungary 1458-1490 [obverse]

Florentine 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a profile bust sculpture of a man with long, curly hair facing right. The sculpture shows intricate details of facial features and hair texture, portraying an ancient or classical appearance. It appears to be part of a circular medallion or coin made of bronze, exhibiting a brown, reddish hue with slight variations due to aging and wear. Text is inscribed along the upper edge, partially visible as a border around the portrait. The sculpture has a metallic sheen contrasting with the textured surface, giving it a distinguished and historical aesthetic.