Pietro Vettori the Younger, 1499-1585, Florentine Scholar [obverse]

Gaspare Romanelli

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sculpted medallion featuring the profile of an older man with a distinctive beard and introspective expression. The man is adorned in a period garment with intricate textures suggesting fur or a similar textile around the collar and shoulders. The sculpture is crafted from a lustrous, golden-brown metal, giving it an antiqued appearance. The outer edge of the medallion features inscribed text in Latin. The profile is detailed, highlighting the man's facial features, hairlines, and the texture of the clothing. The artwork captures the subject in a dignified and venerable pose, suggesting the medallion to be a commemorative or honoring piece.