Medal: Don Iñigo d’Avalos 1446 - 1453

This bronze medal, created by Pisanello between 1446 and 1453, depicts Don Iñigo d’Avalos in profile. It is a striking example of the artist's mastery of Renaissance portraiture, showcasing the subject's noble bearing through subtle details like the fur-trimmed hat and elegant drapery. The medal, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, is a testament to Pisanello's skill in creating evocative portraits in miniature. The inscription "DON-INIGO-DE-D’AVALOS" identifies the subject and reinforces the work's historical significance.