Maffei (Timoteo) Canon of Verona 16th century

Matteo de' Pasti's 16th century bronze medal depicts a profile portrait of the Canon of Verona, Timoteo. The medal features a detailed inscription encircling the portrait, likely identifying the subject and the artist. This Renaissance work exemplifies the artistic practice of portraiture in medal form, a popular art form of the period, capturing the likeness of individuals for posterity and commemoration. The medal is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.