Savelli Sperandio

Savelli Sperandio was an active metalworker documented across the fifteenth century, with a career span ranging from approximately 1400 to 1482. His known artistic output consists primarily of portrait medals, reflecting the Renaissance interest in classical forms and personal commemoration.

Eight of his metalworks are represented in museum collections, confirming his specialized practice as a medalist. Savelli Sperandio chronicled notable figures of the era, creating striking profiles of prominent leaders. His subjects include the nobleman Giovanni II Bentivoglio, the clerical figure Fra Cesario Contughi, of Ferrara, and the specialized portrait Medal: Presciano de Ferrara.

The artist is perhaps best recognized for his powerful portrayals of Federigo da Montefeltro, the celebrated Duke of Urbino, represented by two distinct medals in the database. Examples of Savelli Sperandio’s expert craftsmanship are preserved in major institutions, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art. As key historical artifacts, these works provide insight into Italian Quattrocento artistry; due to their age, many of his pieces are now in the public domain, allowing for the creation of high-quality prints for scholarly purposes.