Elbert Weinberg

American, 1928 - 1991

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The sculpture is a circular medallion featuring abstract faces in profile facing left, arranged in a sequence. The forefront face has an open mouth. On the right side of the medallion, there are fantastical creatures with elongated necks and bird-like beaks, stacked vertically. The medallion is bronze-colored and raised, giving it a tactile, sculptural quality. The words "PANDORA" and "ONE" are inscribed on the left and right sides of the medallion.
Elbert Weinberg, Medallic Art Company, Pandora One [obverse], 1971, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Clyde C. Trees through subscription to the Society of Medalists), 2015.19.3903.a

Pandora One [obverse]

Elbert Weinberg, Medallic Art Company · 1971 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3903.a

This is a photograph of a bronze medallion with a sculpted design. The medallion features an embossed relief of a skull emanating from an abstract representation of a box. The word "PANDORA" is inscribed at the top. Below the skull, a figure seems to be draped over the edge of the box, while tendrils or roots extend towards the bottom. The word "TWO" is inscribed below the figure. The piece displays a blend of classical and surreal elements, combining a theme related to Pandora's box with a three-dimensional design. The date “97/16” and initials “EU” are visible.
Elbert Weinberg, Medallic Art Company, Pandora Two [reverse], 1971, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Clyde C. Trees through subscription to the Society of Medalists), 2015.19.3903.b

Pandora Two [reverse]

Elbert Weinberg, Medallic Art Company · 1971 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3903.b