Maria Maddalena of Austria, 1589-1631, Wife of Grand Duke Cosimo II de' Medici 1608 [reverse]

Gaspare Mola

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a profile portrait of a woman facing left. She is adorned with elaborate hairstyles and jewelry, featuring curled hair in a braided updo and earrings. The sculpture, possibly a medallion or coin, displays detailed engravings of the woman's clothes and background, including a textured pattern on her collar. It is metallic silver with oxidized areas, suggesting aged metal. Inscribed text around the profile reads "MAR. MAGDALENA ARCH. AVSTR. MD." There is a loop at the top, indicating it may have been meant to be hung or worn as an ornament.