John VIII Riding in a Rocky Landscape [reverse] 1438 - 1439

"John VIII Riding in a Rocky Landscape" is a bronze medal created by the Italian Renaissance artist Pisanello between 1438 and 1439. The medal depicts John VIII Palaeologus, the Byzantine Emperor, riding a horse in a mountainous landscape. Pisanello was a master of the medal art form, and this work is a testament to his skills. The intricate details of John VIII's armor, the horse's anatomy, and the surrounding landscape are captured with great precision. This medal is a fine example of Pisanello's work, combining realism with a sense of grandeur.