In the Beginning [obverse]

1951

Albert Wein (designer), Medallic Art Company (manufacturer)

Associated Names
Albert Wein

Designer, American, 1915 - 1991

Medallic Art Company

Manufacturer, American, est. 1910 - closed 2016

The sculpture depicted is a raised relief on a circular medal. It features a muscular, bearded male figure who is nude, holding a smaller figure with outstretched arms. The primary figure appears to be holding tools or instruments, set against a backdrop of celestial elements like stylized clouds and radiating sun rays. The medal is made of bronze and has an inscription that reads "IN THE BEGINNING GOD CREATED THE HEAVEN AND THE EARTH." The overall appearance is reminiscent of classical sculpture with strong, defined lines and figures.
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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

The sculpture on the medal portrays a seated figure resembling an elderly man with a long beard. The figure is holding a compass and appears to be contemplating or examining something. The relief sculpture is on a circular bronze medal, with detailed shadows and highlights emphasizing clothing folds and beard texture. An inscription around the edge reads, "AND GOD SAW EVERYTHING THAT HE HAD MADE, AND, BEHOLD IT WAS VERY GOOD." The craftsmanship of the relief sculpture provides a highly detailed appearance when viewed from above.

God the Creator [reverse]

Albert Wein, Medallic Art Company

1951

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Gift 1951 to the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, through subscription to the Society of Medalists (Forty-Third Issue); acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

around circumference: IN THE BEGINNING GOD CREATED THE HEAVEN AND THE EARTH

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