Portrait of a Boy, Perhaps a Member of the Carrara Family [obverse]

Italian 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a low relief sculpture on a circular medallion featuring the profile of a woman in a classical artistic style. She has long, flowing hair and is wearing a head covering. The sculpture appears to be made of metal, possibly bronze, with a brownish patina. The surface shows wear and signs of oxidation, and the edges emphasize its circular shape. Inscribed text is partially visible, with the letters "GAR" on the left and "DE" on the right framing the portrait.