Eleonora di Toledo, 1522-1562, Duchess of Florence and 1st Wife of Cosimo I de' Medici 1539 [reverse]

Domenico Poggini

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a circular medal featuring a profile portrait of a woman identified by the inscription on the medal's border as "Eleonora Florentie Ducissa." The woman is shown in profile, facing left. She has elaborately styled hair and wears a detailed garment with a high collar and patterns. The medal is made of bronze, giving it a warm, brown metallic appearance with highlights enhancing the detailing. The medal is small and delicate, with a small hole at the top likely for suspension or mounting.