Ludovico Trevisan, also known as Ludovico Scarampi (Mezzarota), died 1465, Patriarch of Aquileia December 1439, Cardinal July 1440 [obverse] 1440

This 1440 bronze medal by Cristoforo di Geremia, a prominent Italian Renaissance artist, depicts Ludovico Trevisan, Patriarch of Aquileia and Cardinal. The medal displays a realistic profile portrait of Trevisan in relief, with a detailed inscription encircling the rim, highlighting his official titles. This small-scale work of art showcases di Geremia’s early talent for portraiture, a skill that would define his career. The medal is a prime example of 15th-century Italian Renaissance portraiture and a testament to the importance of commemorative medallions during this period.