Hieronymus Holzschuher, 1469-1529, Patrician of Nuremberg [obverse]

Matthes Gebel

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bas-relief portrait of a man in profile facing right. The man has detailed facial features, including hair and a full beard. The sculpture is on a circular medallion with inscriptions around the perimeter. It appears to be made of a metallic material, possibly silver or pewter, as indicated by its color and reflection. The intricately detailed hair, beard, and attire give the sculpture a lifelike appearance from a historical perspective. It is handheld in size, similar to a large coin or medallion.