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William B. Jordan

Jordan, Jr., Dr. William Bryan

American, died 2018

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The sculpture is a relief portrait on a medallion of a man identified as Louis Philippe I, King of the French. The man is depicted in profile with a laurel wreath in his hair, styled in wavy curls typical of 19th-century portraits. Made of bronze, the medallion has a polished surface. The relief captures fine details such as the man's hair, the laurel wreath, and facial features, creating a sense of depth against a flat background. Text around the edges complements the portrait. The craftsmanship suggests it is a commemorative and decorative piece.
François-Augustin Caunois, Louis Philippe, 1773-1850, King of the French 1830-1848 [obverse], 1839, bronze, Gift of the Estate of William B. Jordan, 2019.45.1.a

Louis Philippe, 1773-1850, King of the French 1830-1848 [obverse]

François-Augustin Caunois · 1839 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2019.45.1.a

The sculpture depicts a winged male figure with both arms extended upward and slightly bent at the elbows. He holds an object in each hand, and his body is depicted with a sense of motion, suggesting flight. The figure is nude and muscular, with curly hair. The sculpture is part of a bronze medallion, and around it, there are engravings of Latin text. The design and metallic sheen of the material make the sculpture stand out, creating a visual impact.
Augustin-Alexandre Dumont, François-Augustin Caunois, Inauguration of the July Column [reverse], 1839, bronze, Gift of the Estate of William B. Jordan, 2019.45.1.b

Inauguration of the July Column [reverse]

Augustin-Alexandre Dumont, François-Augustin Caunois · 1839 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2019.45.1.b