Peace of 1814 [reverse]

1814

Thomas Wyon, Jr.

Associated Names
Thomas Wyon, Jr.

Medalist, British, 1792 - 1817

The image depicts a sculpted design on a flat, circular surface, likely a medal or coin. The central figure is seated and holding a Phrygian cap on a staff. Flanking this figure are two others: one on the left holding an olive branch and the other on the right with wings and a laurel wreath. The sculpture is bronze-colored with intricate detailing in the figures' garments and objects. The relief composition stands out from the background of the circular surface. An inscription reads "JUBILEE IN HONOUR OF THE PEACE 1 AUG. 1814." Additional details include a small image of a horse labeled "CENTENARY" and the name "R. WYON JUNR S."

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    bronze

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin

  • Dimensions

    overall (diameter): 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.)
    gross weight: 124.98 gr (0.276 lb.)
    axis: 12:00

  • Accession Number

    1997.114.43.b

Associated Artworks

The image depicts a round bronze medallion featuring a sculpture of a male figure in profile. The subject appears to be "George Prince of Wales, Regent," as inscribed around the perimeter of the medallion. The figure is adorned with a classical laurel wreath crown on his wavy hair and a draped garment over his shoulder. The color of the sculpture is a rich, deep bronze, and it appears to be made of metal with a smooth finish and detailed engravings. The medallion has a polished and refined look, reflecting light softly across its surface, highlighting the details of the subject's features and attire. The text is in raised letters encircling the edge of the medallion.

George, 1762-1830, Prince of Wales, King George V 1820 [obverse]

Thomas Wyon, Jr.

1814

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lisa and Leonard Baskin, Leeds, Massachusetts; gift 1997 to NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

2007

  • Pollard, John Graham. Renaissance Medals. The Collections of the National Gallery of Art Systematic Catalogue. 2 vols. Washington, 2007: 2:no. 949, repro.

Inscriptions

around circumference: JUBILEE IN HONOUR OF THE PEACE 1 AUG: 1814; below horse in exergue: CENTENARY; below thistle in exergue: RUNDELL BRIDGE & RUNDELL; above fleur-de-lys in exergue: T. WYON JUN.S:

Wikidata ID

Q63862083

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