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1820

André Galle

Associated Names
André Galle

Artist, French, 1761 - 1844

This is a photograph of a bronze medal. The medal has inscriptions and decorative elements on its surface. The central text on the medal is surrounded by two laurel branches. The inscriptions are in French and include the names "Les Sabines" and "Leónidas," as well as mention of the king's munificence. The medal has a metallic sheen and shows signs of age with a slightly tarnished appearance. The text remains legible and clear. The background of the photograph is black.

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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

The image shows a round bronze medal with a raised relief portrait of a man identified as Louis David. The man has curly hair and distinct facial features, with an inscription below the bust reading "GALLE L'INGÉ." The medal has a slightly aged patina, and the man's face is turned towards the right border of the medal. The craftsmanship portrays realistic and precise details.

Jacques-Louis David, 1748-1825, Painter [obverse]

André Galle

1820

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Philip Conisbee [1946-2008]; his wife, Faya Causey, Washington, D.C.; gift 2012 to NGA.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

around circumference: L'ECOLE FRANCAISE RECONNAISSANTE.; across the field: LES SABINES. / LEONIDAS. / PLACÉS AU MUSÉE / PAR LA MUNIFICENCE / DU ROI. / MD CCC XX.

Wikidata ID

Q63863444

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