Joseph K. Davison's Sons

Davison, Joseph K.

American

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The sculpture is a round medal featuring the profile busts of two men, one positioned slightly in front of the other. The man in the foreground has a prominent mustache, while the man behind wears glasses. The color of the medal is a rich, rusty brown. The figures are rendered in relief, giving them a three-dimensional appearance against the flat background of the medal. Above the figures is the word "INAUGURATION" and below them is the date "MARCH 4, 1909." The medal has a circular shape, and it appears to be designed to commemorate a specific event.
American 20th Century, Joseph K. Davison's Sons, William Howard Taft Inaugural Medal [obverse], 1909, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Corcoran Thom, 1956), 2015.19.3753.a

William Howard Taft Inaugural Medal [obverse]

American 20th Century, Joseph K. Davison's Sons · 1909 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3753.a

The sculpture depicts a circular medal with engraved text. The text reads, "WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT PRESIDENT" and "JAMES SCHOOLCRAFT SHERMAN VICE PRESIDENT." The color of the medallion is a warm, brownish hue with a patina. The text is raised and legible against the flat background surface of the medal, creating a formal presentation. The contrast between the background and the raised letters provides a distinguished look to the medallion.
American 20th Century, Joseph K. Davison's Sons, William Howard Taft Inaugural Medal [reverse], 1909, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Corcoran Thom), 2015.19.3753.b

William Howard Taft Inaugural Medal [reverse]

American 20th Century, Joseph K. Davison's Sons · 1909 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3753.b

The sculpture is a circular commemorative medal marking the inauguration of the President of the United States. The surface is inscribed with the words "INAUGURATED PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES MARCH 4 1905," along with decorative elements like olive branches and possibly laurel leaves. The color of the sculpture is a rich brown, suggesting a bronze material. It presents a flat, round form with text and decorative elements in relief, highlighting its purpose as a commemorative or historical artifact.
George Morgan, Joseph K. Davison's Sons, Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Medal [reverse], 1905, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Corcoran Thom), 2015.19.3751.b

Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Medal [reverse]

George Morgan, Joseph K. Davison's Sons · 1905 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3751.b

This sculpture depicts the U.S. Capitol building, featuring the dome and steps leading up to it, on a circular medallion. The sculpture is made of bronze, giving it a russet brown color. Surrounding the Capitol building image, there is an inscription reading "WILLIAM McKINLEY PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES-THEODORE ROOSEVELT VICE PRESIDENT" with the date "MAR. 4, 1901" displayed below the building.
American 20th Century, Joseph K. Davison's Sons, William McKinley Second Inaugural Medal [reverse], 1901, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Corcoran Thom), 2015.19.3750.b

William McKinley Second Inaugural Medal [reverse]

American 20th Century, Joseph K. Davison's Sons · 1901 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3750.b

The relief portrait is a medallion depicting the profile of a man, identified as William McKinley. The subject is facing left, showcasing distinct facial features, including a prominent nose and neatly combed hair. The medallion is crafted from a reddish-brown material that resembles bronze. The surface is smooth and polished, with edges adorned with a beaded design. An inscription around the perimeter reads "SECOND INAUGURATION OF WILLIAM McKINLEY," indicating the occasion being commemorated. The image of the portrait is slightly raised from the background, allowing the details of McKinley's features and attire, such as a bow tie, to be visible.
American 20th Century, Joseph K. Davison's Sons, William McKinley Second Inaugural Medal [obverse], 1901, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Corcoran Thom, 1956), 2015.19.3750.a

William McKinley Second Inaugural Medal [obverse]

American 20th Century, Joseph K. Davison's Sons · 1901 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3750.a

The image shows a round medallion with a profile relief of a man with a mustache and glasses, dressed formally. The man depicted is Theodore Roosevelt, as indicated by the engraved text "THEODORE ROOSEVELT" along the edges of the medallion. The sculpture is cast in a bronze-colored material with variations in tonality. The detail of the sculpture reflects a realistic representation, with features like combed hair and suit folds. The medallion emphasizes Roosevelt’s profile.
Charles Barber, Joseph K. Davison's Sons, Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Medal [obverse], 1905, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Corcoran Thom, 1956), 2015.19.3751.a

Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Medal [obverse]

Charles Barber, Joseph K. Davison's Sons · 1905 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3751.a