Marco Mantova Benavides, 1489-1582, Lawyer and Collector [obverse]

Martino da Bergamo

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a round medal featuring a man's profile with a bearded face and short hair. The man wears a cloak or robe. The medal is dark metallic, possibly bronze, with an aged appearance. Surrounding the profile is an inscription that includes the name "BENAVIDIVS" and additional text. The background has a slightly rough texture.