Genesis [obverse]

1949

Adolph Alexander Weinman (designer), Medallic Art Company (manufacturer)

Associated Names
Adolph Alexander Weinman

Designer, American, born Germany, 1870 - 1952

Medallic Art Company

Manufacturer, American, est. 1910 - closed 2016

The sculpture is embossed on a circular bronze medal, showing two male figures. One figure is seated with a beard and a muscular physique, while the other is standing or kneeling beside him. Both figures are nude and detailed anatomically. The larger figure seems to be reaching out to the smaller figure. The artwork is in warm bronze tones with a background resembling a horizon or sunset. The word "GENESIS" is inscribed below the figures on the medal. The piece is round with a bas-relief design typical of a decorative medallion.
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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

The sculpture is a bas-relief of a seated figure draped in robes, with a cloth covering their head. The figure holds a spindle-like object and is accompanied by a winged child holding a fabric or scroll. The material is likely bronze, giving it a golden-brown color. The circular sculpture has the inscription "WEB OF DESTINY" at the bottom. The figures are intricately detailed, emphasizing flowing garments, textured hair, and delicate features.

Web of Destiny [reverse]

Adolph Alexander Weinman, Medallic Art Company

1949


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Gift 1949 to the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, through subscription to the Society of Medalists (Thirty-Ninth Issue); acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right, initials in monogram: AW / ©; in exergue: GENESIS


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