Portrait of a Man with the Medal of Cosimo 1474

Sandro Botticelli's "Portrait of a Man with the Medal of Cosimo" (1474) portrays a young man holding a medal of Cosimo de' Medici, the patron of the arts and founder of the Medici dynasty. This Renaissance artwork showcases Botticelli's signature style, characterized by graceful lines, delicate features, and a soft, hazy atmosphere. The sitter's elegant profile, flowing hair, and red cap, a symbol of Medici patronage, contribute to the artwork's delicate beauty. The painting is currently on display at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence.