Amadio Amedei, called Amadio da Milano

Amadei, Amadio
da Milano, Amadio

Ferrarese, died c. 1483

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The image shows a circular medallion with a central sculpture of an emblem depicting a serpent or dragon-like creature coiled around a staff. Surrounding the central sculpture are elegant designs resembling wings or flames. The medallion is made of bronze with a brown metallic finish and areas of wear revealing lighter tones. There is a small circular hole at the top, potentially for hanging or mounting. Engraved text along the edge adds to its detailed and antiquated appearance.
Amadio Amedei, called Amadio da Milano, Flower and Door Knocker [reverse], c. 1441, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.620.b

Flower and Door Knocker [reverse]

Amadio Amedei, called Amadio da Milano · c. 1441 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.620.b

The sculpture is a relief medallion featuring the profile of a man's head. The man has distinct wavy hair, a prominent nose, and well-defined lips. He is facing to the left and wears a high collar. The medallion is made of bronze with some greenish traces from oxidation. Latin text is inscribed along the circular border. The size indicates it may be for intimate viewing or as a commemorative object.
Amadio Amedei, called Amadio da Milano, Borso d'Este, 1413-1471, Marquess of Este [obverse], c. 1441, bronze, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.620.a

Borso d'Este, 1413-1471, Marquess of Este [obverse]

Amadio Amedei, called Amadio da Milano · c. 1441 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1957.14.620.a

This is an image of a bronze medallion with a relief profile of a man's head. The profile of a male figure with a prominent forehead and distinct hair texture is facing right. The features include a sharp nose, slightly downturned mouth, and visible ear. Around the edge of the medallion are inscribed words. The metal texture appears aged with a bronzed, weathered surface.
Amadio Amedei, called Amadio da Milano, Niccolo III d'Este, 1383-1441, Marquess of Ferrara 1393 [obverse], c. 1437/1441, bronze//Later cast, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.621.a

Niccolo III d'Este, 1383-1441, Marquess of Ferrara 1393 [obverse]

Amadio Amedei, called Amadio da Milano · c. 1437/1441 · bronze//Later cast ·  Accession ID  1957.14.621.a

This is a photograph of a coin or medallion. The coin features a quadranted shield with symbols - a fleur-de-lis and a two-headed eagle. The outer rim of the coin has a raised decorative border with floral or potentially geometric motives. The surface shows a patina and mild tarnishing emphasizing raised details.
Amadio Amedei, called Amadio da Milano, The Este Shield [reverse], c. 1437/1441, bronze//Later cast, Samuel H. Kress Collection, 1957.14.621.b

The Este Shield [reverse]

Amadio Amedei, called Amadio da Milano · c. 1437/1441 · bronze//Later cast ·  Accession ID  1957.14.621.b