Filiberto II le Beau (the Fair), 1480-1504, 8th Duke of Savoy 1497, and Margaret of Austria, 1480-1530, His Wife [obverse] by Jean Marende

Filiberto II le Beau (the Fair), 1480-1504, 8th Duke of Savoy 1497, and Margaret of Austria, 1480-1530, His Wife [obverse] 1502

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This bronze medal, created in 1502 by Jean Marende, depicts Filiberto II, Duke of Savoy, and his wife Margaret of Austria. The medal features a profile portrait of the couple against a background of intertwined knots and thistles, symbols of the Savoy dynasty. The inscription surrounding the figures reads “MARGARITA.VIII.D.SAX.PHILIBERTUS.D.SAX”, identifying them as Margaret and Filiberto, Duke of Savoy. This Renaissance medal showcases the artistic skill of Jean Marende and the importance of commemorative objects in portraying the nobility.

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