Benjamin Franklin, 1706-1790, Diplomat and Statesman

model 1777

Giovanni Battista Nini after Thomas Walpole

Associated Names
Giovanni Battista Nini

Artist, Italian, 1717 - 1786

Thomas Walpole

Artist After, British, 1755 - 1840

The sculpture is a circular medallion featuring a profile relief of Benjamin Franklin. The subject is depicted wearing what appears to be a fur hat, with his face oriented to the left. The sculpture is a rich brown color and is made from a metallic material, likely bronze. Around the relief, the inscription "B. FRANKLIN" and "AMERICAIN" can be seen. The medallion's border is slightly patinated. The piece appears to be a commemorative or decorative medallion. The image is set against a patterned golden background.

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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Robert L. McNeil, Jr. [1915-2010], Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania; his estate; gift 2015 from the McNeil Americana Collection to NGA.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q63863982

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