Léonard Crunelle

American, born France, 1872 - 1944

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The sculpture is a bronze plaque depicting six prominent figures associated with The Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts, and Letters. Each figure is portrayed in profile within embellished circular frames, with the names LAPHAM, PECKHAM, CHAMBERLIN, HOY, IRVING, and ALLEN engraved beside each respective portrait. The bronze material gives the sculpture a rich, warm brown color. The plaque also features engraved text at the bottom center, stating “THE WISCONSIN ACADEMY OF SCIENCES ARTS AND LETTERS 1870 - 1920.” The overall layout presents these individuals as important contributors within this community, with a focus on their likenesses and names.
Léonard Crunelle, Semi-Centennial Medallion of the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts, and Letters [obverse], 1920, bronze, Corcoran Collection, 2015.19.3974.a

Semi-Centennial Medallion of the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts, and Letters [obverse]

Léonard Crunelle · 1920 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3974.a

The sculpture depicts a figure wearing a helmet and a long robe, standing next to a column with a flame or torch. Foliage is visible in the background. The sculpture is placed on a rectangular plaque with the inscription "NATURAE SPECIES RATIOQUE" at the bottom. It is made of a material with a golden-bronze color, giving it a metallic sheen. The relief sculpture shows detailed folds in the drapery, elements of the helmet and column.
Léonard Crunelle, Semi-Centennial Medallion of the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts, and Letters [reverse], 1920, bronze, Corcoran Collection, 2015.19.3974.b

Semi-Centennial Medallion of the Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts, and Letters [reverse]

Léonard Crunelle · 1920 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3974.b