Filippo Maserano, Venetian Poet [obverse] 1457

This bronze medal, created by Giovanni Boldù in 1457, is a fine example of Renaissance portraiture. The medal depicts Filippo Maserano, a Venetian poet, in profile, with a detailed and realistic rendering of his features and clothing. The inscription around the edge identifies the sitter and highlights his affiliation with the arts. This piece, part of the developing genre of portrait medals, highlights the growing interest in individual identity and the celebration of intellectual pursuits during the Renaissance.