Guillaume d'Estouteville 1462 - 1499

This bronze medal, created between 1462 and 1499 by Cristoforo di Geremia, portrays Guillaume d'Estouteville in profile. The medal, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fine example of Renaissance portraiture, featuring a realistic depiction of the subject. Di Geremia's work was influenced by the medallic tradition of the ancient Romans, as seen in the medal's circular shape and the inscription around the edge. The inscription, "OSTIENSIS CARD. GDES. D'ESTOUTEVIL," identifies the subject as a cardinal from Ostia. This piece exemplifies the growing interest in portraiture during the Renaissance period, where individuals sought to capture their likeness and legacy for posterity.