Francesco Sforza (1401–1466) 1436 - 1446

Pisanello's bronze medal, "Francesco Sforza (1401–1466)," created between 1436 and 1446, depicts the Italian condottiero (military leader) Francesco Sforza in profile. The medal, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, exhibits the stylistic characteristics of Pisanello's work, with a focus on naturalistic detail and a sense of realism in the portrait. This work exemplifies the Renaissance interest in portraying individuals, particularly those of political importance, and highlights the artist's mastery of the medal-making process.