Louis XII, 1462-1515, King of France 1498 [obverse]

French 15th or 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The object is a round medal featuring the profile of a man adorned in elaborate clothing. The man is depicted with shoulder-length hair and a thick, ornate garment decorated with floral or circular patterns. He wears a crown-like headpiece. The medal is a uniform brown color with a tactile, aged surface texture. Around the edge of the medal, there is an inscription in a classical serif font. The shading and lines used in the medal provide a sense of depth and dimension, making the portrait appear lifelike and intricate.