Alfonso I d'Este (1476–1534), Duke of Ferrara 1525 - 1550

This portrait of Alfonso I d'Este, Duke of Ferrara, is a striking example of 16th-century Italian portraiture. The anonymous artist captures the Duke's imposing presence in full armor, with his hand resting on a cannon, a symbol of his military power. The intricate details of the armor, the rich fabric of his doublet, and the somber background create a sense of grandeur and authority, reflecting the Duke's position as a prominent ruler in the Italian Renaissance. The painting is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.