Clement IX (Giulio Rospigliosi, 1600-1669), Pope 1667 [obverse]

Gasparo Morone Mola

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a profile portrait of a man depicted in relief, facing left. He wears traditional papal attire including a tiara or cap, and a robe with intricate details. The sculpture is dark bronze in color, giving it an aged appearance. The material appears to be metal, likely bronze. There are inscriptions in Latin encircling the figure, the top text reading "CLEM IX PONT MAX A I". The sculpture captures a detailed likeness from the profile view, with distinct facial features such as a bearded face, curls in the hair, and a serious expression.