Giovanni de' Medici delle Bande Nere, 1498-1526, Celebrated Condottiere and Father of Cosimo I [obverse]

Francesco da Sangallo

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bronze medallion with a raised profile relief of a man in classical attire. The subject is depicted wearing a shirt with a high collar and a draped cloak. The individual has short, wavy hair and looks to the right with a calm expression. The material of the medallion is a warm brownish bronze. The edges bear the inscription "IOANNES MEDICES DUX" along with other markings. The medallion appears to be a commemorative piece, resembling a coin or medal for display or collection.