Marie de' Medici, 1573-1642, Wife of King Henri IV of France 1600

Guillaume Dupré

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a medallion depicting a woman's profile in relief. The woman is wearing a lace collar and a pearl necklace, with her hair styled and held in place with a headpiece. The medallion is circular and appears to be made of copper or bronze, giving it a reddish-brown color. The edges have inscriptions in relief, and there is a hole at the top of the medallion. The craftsmanship features intricate patterns and fine details, such as lacework and the woman's hairstyle, suggesting ornamental artistry.