Donato Bramante, c. 1444-1514, Architect [obverse] c. 1506

This bronze medal, created by the Italian Renaissance artist Caradosso Foppa, is a portrait of Donato Bramante, a prominent architect of the High Renaissance. Dated to around 1506, the medal depicts Bramante in profile, with a detailed depiction of his features and a prominent inscription on the rim identifying him as "Donato Bramante." This work exemplifies the Renaissance interest in realistic portraiture and the celebration of individual achievement, particularly in the field of architecture. The small size and delicate details of the medal suggest it may have been intended as a personal commemorative piece or a gift for a patron.