Erwin F. Springweiler

American, born Germany, 1896 - 1968

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The sculpture depicts a standing polar bear on rocks with its head raised. Surrounding the bear are two flying birds, suggesting an arctic environment. The circular sculpture resembles a medal or coin, featuring raised and embossed details. It is a uniform bronze color with a metallic sheen. The outer edge includes the words "GREEELY," "BARTLETT," "PEARY," "BYRD," and "ARCTIC," separated by small star symbols.
Erwin F. Springweiler, Medallic Art Company, The Arctic [obverse], 1941, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift through subscription to the Society of Medalists), 2015.19.3691.a

The Arctic [obverse]

Erwin F. Springweiler, Medallic Art Company · 1941 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3691.a

The image shows a circular medallion featuring five penguins in various postures at the center. The words "PALMER WILKES BYRD ELLSWORTH ANTARCTIC" are inscribed around the penguins on the edge of the medallion. The sculpture appears to be made of bronze, giving it a warm brown color with light-catching highlights. The medallion is flat and round, resembling a coin, with raised penguins and lettering creating a textured relief effect.
Erwin F. Springweiler, Medallic Art Company, The Antarctic [reverse], 1941, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift through subscription to the Society of Medalists), 2015.19.3691.b

The Antarctic [reverse]

Erwin F. Springweiler, Medallic Art Company · 1941 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3691.b