Emmanuel Philibert de Lalaing, markies van Renty, baron van Montigny en Anna van Croy, markiezin van Renty 1586

This is a bronze medal, dated 1586, depicting Emmanuel Philibert de Lalaing, markies van Renty, baron van Montigny and his wife Anna van Croy, markiezin van Renty. The medal is small, measuring 3 cm in diameter. The front of the medal shows a shield with a coat of arms surmounted by a crown, surrounded by a wreath. The reverse depicts the coat of arms of Lalaing and van Croy. These medals were often created as commemorative pieces, serving as a way to celebrate individuals and events. They are a good example of small-scale works of art that can be both decorative and informative.