Susanna Schlecht Zäh, born 1541, Wife of Sebastian Zäh 1560 [reverse] 1572

Antonio Abondio’s bronze medal, created in 1572, depicts Susanna Schlecht Zäh, the wife of Sebastian Zäh. The portrait, in profile, shows Susanna wearing a fashionable ruff and headdress, characteristic of 16th-century attire. This small, detailed medal is an example of Abondio’s mastery of the Renaissance portrait genre. The artist is renowned for his naturalistic style and precise rendering of detail, capturing the sitter's likeness with remarkable accuracy. The medal’s inscription further clarifies the identity of the subject, offering historical context and making it a valuable artifact for art historians and collectors.