Pope Alexander VII 17th century

This 17th-century bronze medal, created by Italian artist Gasparo Morone, depicts Pope Alexander VII in profile. The medal, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the artistry of Morone, who was known for his skill in portraiture. The detail of the Pope's attire and the inscription surrounding his likeness contribute to the medal's historical significance and its value as a work of art. The circular format and the inscription "ALEX. VII. PONT. MAX." are characteristic of Renaissance and Baroque-era medallic art.