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

Giovanni da Cavino

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a male figure in profile facing left. The figure has distinctive facial features, a beard, mustache, and short, wavy hair. He wears a draped garment. The bronze material shows a brown color with green patina. The circular medallion has an inscription around the border, reading "MARCUS MANT BONAVIT PATAVIN." There is a small hole near the top edge, likely for hanging. The artifact appears aged with fine craftsmanship.