Maarten de Hane, 1475-1556, Flemish Merchant [obverse] after 1544

This bronze medal, created by the Italian Renaissance artist Leone Leoni after 1544, portrays Maarten de Hane, a Flemish merchant. The medal depicts a detailed bust of de Hane in profile, with his name and the date inscribed around the edge. Leoni was renowned for his intricate portraiture and this work exemplifies his mastery of capturing the individual's likeness and character in a small format. This piece is a fine example of Renaissance medallic art.