Thomas Bohier, général des finances 1496, d. 1524 (o.s.)

Art Historical Context

This exquisite bronze medal, crafted in 1503 by the artist Giovanni Filangieri, honors Thomas Bohier, a French financier appointed *général des finances* 1496. Measuring just 62 mm in diameter, captures Bohier's profile in high relief, flanked by his coat of arms—a hallmark of Renaissance portrait medals that blended classical antiquity with contemporary portraiture. Produced during the Italian Renaissance, these small-scale sculptures served as portable emblems of status, much like coins for the elite, and were prized by collectors for their intricate detail and personal significance. Bohier...