The Citadel of Coburg [reverse]

1930

Karl Goetz

Associated Names
Karl Goetz

Medalist, German, 1875 - 1950

The image shows a round copper-colored medallion or coin with a detailed engraving of a fortress or castle surrounded by inscriptions. The bottom inscription reads "VESTE COBVRG" and the date "1530" is included along with a decorative pattern. The material appears to be metal, likely copper or a copper alloy.
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Artwork overview

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The image features a bronze medallion with embossed portraits of two historical figures in traditional attire. The relief-style sculpture shows intricate details in the facial features and clothing of the subjects. Inscriptions on the medallion include “DE MARTIN LVTHER - JOHANN D BESTANDIGE” on the top edge and “APRIL - OKTOBER 1530 - 1970” on the bottom edge. The bronze material gives the artwork a rich, metallic luster and a deep brown color.

Martin Luther, 1483-1546, Theologian, and John the Steadfast, 1468-1532, Elector of Saxony 1525 [obverse]

Karl Goetz

1930

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Purchased by Dr. Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher, Kinnelon, New Jersey; gift 2004 to NGA.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

around circumference: ICH.WERDE.NICHT.STERBEN.SONDERN.LEBEN.; above the exergual line: VESTE.COBURG; in the exergue: 15 30; between the shield in the exergue: K / GOETZ

Wikidata ID

Q63861920

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