Markiezin Girolama Sacrata van Ferrara, weduwe van Pietro Aloisio Farnese (?) 1555

This bronze medal, crafted by Pastorino de Pastorini in 1555, depicts Markiezin Girolama Sacrata van Ferrara, the widow of Pietro Aloisio Farnese. The obverse of the medal features a profile portrait of the Markiezin, while the reverse displays a symbolic scene. The medal is a fine example of Renaissance medallic art, which was often used to commemorate important figures or events. The small size and intricate detail of the piece demonstrate the skill of the artist, Pastorino de Pastorini, a prominent figure in the world of 16th-century Italian medallic art.