Alesso di Luca Mini

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This is a portrait of Alesso di Luca, a fairly ordinary pharmacist, as the inscription on the base of the piece clearly states. His hairstyle and clothing are typical of ancient Rome's portraiture style, yet many high-ranking professionals, including politicians and financiers, in 15th century Florence often chose to be depicted in anachronistic attire that evoked this bygone era.