Inname van Rome door Karel V 1537 - 1546

This small, medal-sized sculpture by Leone Leoni, created between 1537-1546, depicts a portrait of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor, and a symbolic representation of Rome. The obverse shows Charles V in profile, wearing a crown and armor. On the reverse, a nude figure representing Rome sits on a pile of stones, holding a crown and scepter, signifying the power and authority of the city. This intricate medal was likely commissioned as a commemorative piece to celebrate Charles V's reign and the importance of Rome in his imperial ambitions. Leone Leoni was a prominent Italian sculptor known for his medallic portraits of important figures during the Renaissance.