The Infant Hercules Strangling Two Serpents [reverse]

1845

Alfred Joseph Stothard

Associated Names
Alfred Joseph Stothard

Artist, British, 1793 - 1864

The sculpture is a circular medal featuring a central embossed design of an infant, resembling a cherub or cupid figure. The infant is seated, facing forward, with one arm raised holding a snake, and the other arm holding a cluster of ears of wheat. The infant is surrounded by foliage and positioned above an animal skin. The sculpture has a bronze color, indicating it is likely made of bronze or a similar metal alloy. The outer edge is inscribed with "ART UNION OF LONDON" and at the bottom marked with "1845." The sculpture is slightly raised from the surface of the medal.

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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

The sculpture features a medallion with a profile of a man's head and neck, facing left. The man has short, curly hair and distinct facial features, including a pronounced brow, a straight nose, and a strong jawline. The name "REYNOLDS" is inscribed vertically along the right side of the medallion. Below the neckline is a signature "KROENIG," as well as an outline of an artist's palette and brushes. The material of the medallion appears to be metal with a bronze finish. The medallion is circular, and the embossed features create a three-dimensional effect.

Sir Joshua Reynolds, 1723-1792, Painter [obverse]

Alfred Joseph Stothard

1845

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

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

Associated Names

Inscriptions

around circumference: ART UNION OF LONDON; below: 1845; along left edge, poorly visible: STOTHARD.F.

Wikidata ID

Q63863435

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