Jean-Louis de Nogaret de la Valette, 1554-1642, Duke of Epernon, Colonel General of Infantry [obverse]

Guillaume Dupré

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bronze medal with a profile portrait of a man with detailed features and armor, including engravings and a collar. The circular medal has inscriptions along its border, showcasing intricate craftsmanship. The bronze material gives the sculpture a rich color with oxidized hues, emphasizing textures. The relief has a three-dimensional quality, with the subject raised in contrast to the background.