Andrea Doria Guided by Neptune c. 1541

Leone Leoni's bronze plaquette *Andrea Doria Guided by Neptune* (c. 1541) depicts the Genoese admiral Andrea Doria, a renowned military leader, being guided by Neptune, the Roman god of the sea, as he rides a chariot pulled by seahorses through tumultuous waves. The plaquette, measuring just 8.7 x 7.5 cm, showcases Leoni's mastery of Renaissance bronze casting and his ability to convey dramatic movement and emotion in a small format. This exquisite piece likely served as a commemorative medal, celebrating Doria's naval victories and his importance in the history of Genoa.