Christine de France, 1606-1663, Duchess of Savoy, Wife of Victor Amadeus I 1619, Regent 1637-1648 1635

This 1635 bronze medal by Guillaume Dupré depicts Christine de France, Duchess of Savoy, in profile. The medal is a portrait of the duchess, rendered in fine detail with her elaborate hairstyle and ornate clothing. The inscription surrounding the portrait identifies her as "CHRISTINA DVCISSA SABREG[ON]", which translates to "Christine, Duchess of Savoy". This small, historically significant medal is a testament to the artistic skill of Guillaume Dupré and is a fine example of Renaissance medallic art.