Daniele Renier Enthroned among the Four Cardinal Virtues [reverse] before 1534

This bronze medal, created by Italian Renaissance artist Giulio della Torre before 1534, depicts Daniele Renier enthroned among the Four Cardinal Virtues. The medal features a detailed relief of Renier seated on a throne, flanked by the Virtues: Prudence, Justice, Temperance, and Fortitude. The inscription on the medal celebrates Renier's merit and virtue. This work showcases della Torre's mastery of portraiture and his ability to convey complex allegorical themes in a small format. The inscription and the allegorical figures are hallmarks of Renaissance medallic art, which often celebrated individuals and their achievements.