Portrait of a Woman and an Onlooker c. late 16th century

"Portrait of a Woman and an Onlooker" is a small bronze relief dating to the late 16th century, created by the Italian Renaissance artist Alfonso Ruspagiari. The work depicts a woman in profile, her face turned towards the viewer, while an onlooker's face is partially visible in the background. The woman wears a jeweled necklace and a draped garment. This intimate portrait, likely a personal memento, showcases Ruspagiari's mastery of detail and subtle expression.