The Portrait of Gregor Baci, attributed to an unknown 16th century artist, is one of the most unsettling survivals of Renaissance portraiture. The painting depicts a Hungarian nobleman who survived a severe facial injury, traditionally believed to have been caused by a lance during battle. The object appears to pierce through his eye and exit at the back of his head, yet he is shown upright, composed, and dignified. Rather than focusing on dramatic emotion, the artist presents Baci with restraint, emphasizing his resilience and social status. The neutral background and formal attire align with conventions of aristocratic portraiture of the period, suggesting that the work was intended to affirm identity and endurance rather than provoke horror. Although the historical details remain debated, the painting stands as a rare intersection between medical reality, personal survival, and the Renaissance interest in individual likeness.