Violante Brasavola, Wife of Giambattista Pigna

Description

The sculpture on this coin-like medallion is a profile portrait of a woman facing right. She has intricate, curly hair with a headpiece, a necklace, and detailed drapery over her shoulders. The metal medallion, likely bronze, has a dark, aged patina with a reddish-brown color, areas of oxidization, and wear. It features inscriptions around its perimeter, a small hole near the top, and is flat in relief with fine details.