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Mr. Stephen K. Scher

Scher, Stephen K. and Janie Woo

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This is a photograph of a commemorative medallion. The medallion has a copper hue and features a rectangular box at its center with the inscription "ERINNERUNG AN DEN WELTKRIEG." Above the inscription, there is a sword wrapped in a laurel wreath. To the left of the central box, three small circular shapes can be observed, and to the right, there is a depiction of a helmet-like object. Below the rectangular box, an eight-pointed star-like symbol is visible.
Ludwig Gies, Inscription [reverse], 1918, bronze, Gift of Dr. Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher, 2004.50.3.b

Inscription [reverse]

Ludwig Gies · 1918 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2004.50.3.b

The sculpture is a round relief with multiple human figures and possibly a vehicle or contraption. The central figure appears to hold a child while seated, surrounded by other figures. Some are seated on a wagon or cart, and others stand or walk beside it. The sculpture is made from a dark material, likely bronze, with a deep brown color and light patina. The figures are detailed with distinguishable features and attire.
Ludwig Gies, Refugee Family [obverse], 1918, bronze, Gift of Dr. Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher, 2004.50.3.a

Refugee Family [obverse]

Ludwig Gies · 1918 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2004.50.3.a

The sculpture is a circular commemorative medal featuring a stylized inscription in German within the outline of a six-pointed star. The inscription reads, "ES KANN DER BESTE NICHT IM FRIEDEN LEBEN WENN ES DEM BÖSEN NACHBAR NICHT GEFÄLLT 1916." The medal is made of a metallic material, likely bronze, giving it a brownish-gold color with a slight sheen. It is round and flat with an even rim, and the central design and text are slightly raised. The medal appears to be an artifact of historical context and design, with intricate detailing and relief text suggesting careful craftsmanship.
Walter Eberbach, Inscription [reverse], 1916, iron, Gift of Dr. Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher, 2004.50.2.b

Inscription [reverse]

Walter Eberbach · 1916 · iron ·  Accession ID  2004.50.2.b

The image shows a circular sculpture with a human skeleton in the center. The skeleton is facing away with its arms extended, holding an object that resembles a smoking pipe. The sculpture appears to be on a coin or medallion with a metallic color. In the background, there is a faint outline of a tall-masted ship. Surrounding the edge of the medallion, there is embossed text in German which reads "ENGLANDS GRUSS AN DIE NEUTRALE - TUBANTIA." The surface has a textured finish and the details are rendered in low relief.
Walter Eberbach, The Torpedoing of the Tubantia [obverse], 1916, iron, Gift of Dr. Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher, 2004.50.2.a

The Torpedoing of the Tubantia [obverse]

Walter Eberbach · 1916 · iron ·  Accession ID  2004.50.2.a

The sculpture depicts a monkey seated in a contemplative pose on a circular medal. Surrounding the monkey are elements of nature such as plants and flowers, alongside a human skull in the lower right quadrant. A bird is seen perched on a branch in the background, with additional lettering. The material of the sculpture is bronze, giving it a rich brown hue with an aged patina. The detailed textures and features across the surface add a realistic quality to the figures depicted, creating an intricate scene from nature on the metal disc.
Karl Goetz, Monkey Contemplating a Human Skull in a Landscape [reverse], 1909, bronze, Gift of Dr. Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher, 2004.50.6.2

Monkey Contemplating a Human Skull in a Landscape [reverse]

Karl Goetz · 1909 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2004.50.6.2

The image shows a round medal with a sculpted relief of an elderly man's bust. The man is identified as Charles Robert Darwin by the raised inscription encircling the edge. The material of the medal appears to be bronze, displaying a warm, metallic brown color with hints of lighter, polished surfaces around the raised areas. The three-dimensional relief contrasts with the darker recesses to provide depth and definition. The man's image is in profile, slightly turned to his left, against the predominantly flat surface of the medal. His attire consists of a coat, and he has a serious expression on his face typical of medallions commemorating significant figures.
Karl Goetz, Centennial of the Birth of Charles Darwin, 1809-1882 [obverse], 1909, bronze, Gift of Dr. Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher, 2004.50.6.1

Centennial of the Birth of Charles Darwin, 1809-1882 [obverse]

Karl Goetz · 1909 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2004.50.6.1

The sculpture is a round bronze medallion depicting two women engaged in washing clothes in a large wooden tub. The women are in profile on either side of the tub, both wearing long dresses and headscarves. Above the women is a raised depiction of a classical building with columns and a triangular pediment. The numbers "19" are inscribed on either side of the building. Below the building and above the women, there is a block of text in German. The sculpture has a rich, dark bronze tone typical of bronze material, with lighter highlights emphasizing the raised sections and details.
Karl Goetz, Washerwomen of Weimar [reverse], 1919, bronze, Gift of Dr. Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher, 2004.50.5.b

Washerwomen of Weimar [reverse]

Karl Goetz · 1919 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2004.50.5.b

The image shows a round bronze medal with an intricate relief design. The sculpture on the medal includes a personified female figure holding a wreath in her left hand and placing a dunce cap on the head of a character with anthropomorphized features, who is seated and looking upwards. Surrounding the scene is inscribed text in the outer border that reads "ERINNERUNG AN DEN 9. NOVEMBER 1918" and "FREIHEIT GLEICHHEIT BRUDERLICHKEIT." The bronze material of the medal provides it with a dark brown color and golden undertones on the raised surfaces.
Karl Goetz, The Birth of the Weimar Republic and the Abdication of Kaiser Wilhelm II on 9 November 1918 [obverse], 1919, bronze, Gift of Dr. Stephen K. and Janie Woo Scher, 2004.50.5.a

The Birth of the Weimar Republic and the Abdication of Kaiser Wilhelm II on 9 November 1918 [obverse]

Karl Goetz · 1919 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2004.50.5.a

The sculpture is a round medallion featuring an inscription in Latin. The medallion appears to be made of metal with a rusty orange color. The text is raised from the surface, giving the medallion a textured appearance. It has a round shape and a small hole at the top. The overall look is that of an antiquated artifact with historical or commemorative significance.
Friedrich Hagenauer, Inscription [reverse], 1543, bronze, Gift of Stephen K. Scher and Janie Woo Scher, in gratitude to the staff of the National Gallery of Art, 1993.44.1.b

Inscription [reverse]

Friedrich Hagenauer · 1543 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1993.44.1.b

The sculpture is a round medallion depicting the profile of a man facing left. The man appears to be wearing a cap and a robe with a layered collar. The material of the sculpture seems to be metal with a bronze finish. The medallion includes inscriptions along the border. The features of the man's profile, such as the nose, chin, and the folds of his clothing, add depth to the depiction.
Friedrich Hagenauer, Johannes Pistorius,1504-1583, Theologian [obverse], 1543, bronze, Gift of Stephen K. Scher and Janie Woo Scher, in gratitude to the staff of the National Gallery of Art, 1993.44.1.a

Johannes Pistorius,1504-1583, Theologian [obverse]

Friedrich Hagenauer · 1543 · bronze ·  Accession ID  1993.44.1.a