Tetradrachm of Syracuse on an Olive Branch [reverse]

1920

Ovide Yencesse

Associated Names
Ovide Yencesse

Medalist, French, 1869 - 1947

The sculpture is a relief with two circular images. The left shows a chariot being pulled by four horses with a charioteer. On the right is a portrait of a classical face with a crown. The design is intricate, featuring leaves and branches. The material appears to be bronze, giving it a brown tone. The relief provides subtle depth, and the edges are slightly beveled.
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On View

West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1

Artwork overview

  • Medium

    bronze medal

  • Credit Line

    Anonymous Gift

  • Dimensions

    overall: 8.5 x 9.8 cm (3 3/8 x 3 7/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2004.148.4.b

Associated Artworks

The sculpture depicts a male figure engaged in a form of craftsmanship, specifically chiseling or working with a tool in his hand while he sits with one knee bent. His attire is reminiscent of ancient styles, featuring a simple draped garment. The sculpture is a relief, with the figure shown in profile, focusing intently on his work with a focused posture. The material of the sculpture appears to be a richly colored bronze or similar metallic alloy, providing it with a burnished, reddish-brown hue. The details highlight muscular definition and give texture to the clothing and hair. In the upper right corner, there is a signature inscribed on the sculpture, while Greek letters are embedded vertically along the left side. The backdrop appears smooth, allowing the raised elements of the sculpture to stand prominently.

The Greek Mint (Le frappeur grec) [obverse]

Ovide Yencesse

1920

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(David and Constance Yates, New York); purchased 2004 for NGA by anonymous donor.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q63864300

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