Marcellus II (Marcello Corvino, 1501-1555), Pope 1555 by Giovanni Antonio de' Rossi

Marcellus II (Marcello Corvino, 1501-1555), Pope 1555 1555

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This 1555 bronze medal by Giovanni Antonio de' Rossi depicts Marcellus II, who was Pope for only 22 days in 1555. The portrait, in profile, shows the Pope wearing papal robes with the inscription "MARCELLVS II PONT. MAX." The medal, measuring 7.73 cm in diameter, is an example of Renaissance portraiture and a testament to the skill of the artist in capturing the likeness of the subject. The use of bronze highlights the features of Marcellus II, giving the piece a timeless and enduring quality.