Bust of Cosimo I de' Medici (1519-1574) 1549 - 1554

Clemente Bandinelli's marble bust of Cosimo I de' Medici, created between 1549 and 1554, is a captivating example of Renaissance portraiture. The sculpture captures the powerful presence of the first Grand Duke of Tuscany, portraying him in a Roman-inspired garb, likely intended to evoke the grandeur of classical emperors. The realistic rendering of Cosimo's features, including his stern gaze and neatly trimmed beard, contributes to the bust's timeless appeal and historical significance. Today, this artwork is on display at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark.