Portrait medal of George the Bearded (duke of Saxony) (obverse); coat of arms (reverse) 1537

This silver medal, created by the renowned German artist Peter Flötner in 1537, depicts George the Bearded, Duke of Saxony. The obverse features a highly detailed bust portrait of the Duke, showcasing his prominent beard, which gives him his moniker. Flötner, a master of the Renaissance style, employed meticulous engraving to capture the likeness and texture of the subject's features. The reverse side of the medal displays the Duke's coat of arms. This work, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Flötner's skill in portraiture and medallic art.