Giuliano de' Medici c. 1475 - 1478

This terracotta bust, crafted by Andrea del Verrocchio around 1475-1478, depicts Giuliano de' Medici, a member of the powerful Florentine family. The bust, measuring 61 x 66 x 28.3 cm, captures Giuliano's likeness with meticulous detail. The sculpted armor, adorned with intricate patterns and a lion's head, showcases Verrocchio's mastery of Renaissance realism. The bust's expressive features, particularly the slightly tilted head and subtle smile, suggest Giuliano's confident and noble persona. This sculpture, a testament to Verrocchio's artistic brilliance, stands as a remarkable example of early Renaissance portraiture.