Triumphal Procession of Fame with Abundance and Victory [reverse]

1552

Etienne Delaune

Associated Names
Etienne Delaune

Medalist, French, 1518/1519 - 1583

The sculpture depicted on the coin shows multiple figures and a horse. Three human-like figures are seen seated in a chariot or similar structure, with another figure standing in front of them. The sculpture is rendered on a coin, suggesting it is made from metal, possibly bronze, with lighter patches indicating wear or corrosion. The figures are depicted in a detailed relief style, capturing a scene reminiscent of a historical or mythological narrative, with the horse adding movement. The coin's edge is inscribed with text.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    bronze

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin

  • Dimensions

    overall (diameter): 5.3 cm (2 1/16 in.)
    gross weight: 32.86 gr (0.072 lb.)
    axis: 6:00

  • Accession Number

    1997.114.7.b

Associated Artworks

The image shows a coin featuring the profile of a man with a beard and a laurel wreath on his head. The coin is made of bronze, with a dark brown color and green patina. The man's detailed face is facing right, wearing ornate attire with intricate patterns. An inscription on the edge reads "HENRICVS.II.GALLIARVM.REX.INVICTISS.PR."

Henri II, 1519-1559, King of France 1547 [obverse]

Etienne Delaune

1552


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lisa and Leonard Baskin, Leeds, Massachusetts; gift 1997 to NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

2007

  • Pollard, John Graham. Renaissance Medals. The Collections of the National Gallery of Art Systematic Catalogue. 2 vols. Washington, 2007: 2:no. 871, repro.

Inscriptions

around circumference: OB RES IN ITAL.GERM.ET GAL.FORTITER AC FOELIC.GESTAS; in exergue: EX VOTO PVB / 1552

Wikidata ID

Q63861761

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