Elvira, Daughter of Consalvo de Córdoba [obverse]

Italian 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a round medallion featuring the bust of a female figure. The subject is depicted in a frontal pose with her head slightly tilted, displaying long, flowing hair. The attire appears to be loosely draped around her shoulders, accentuating the form of her upper body. The sculpture is crafted from a material resembling aged bronze, evidenced by its dark, metallic color with patches of patina, giving it a rugged texture. The medallion includes inscriptions around the perimeter. The three-dimensional relief of the bust stands out against the flat surface of the medallion, lending it a sense of depth and realism.