Neptune Contending with Four Winds [reverse]

1731

John Croker

Associated Names
John Croker

Medalist, English, 1670 - 1741

The image shows a round bronze medallion with intricate relief details. The medallion features a classical scene with a muscular figure holding a flag on a chariot drawn by galloping horses. Surrounding the scene are clouds and smaller figures. The medallion has a textured surface and includes engraved text along the upper and lower portions. It is predominantly bronze in color and is oriented facing the viewer, allowing for a full view of the detailed design.

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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

The sculpture depicted is of a coin showcasing the profile of a man, identified as "GEORGIVS II" from the inscription along the edge. The man is portrayed with a laurel wreath on his head. The coin is predominantly a warm, coppery brown color. The profile of the man is shown in relief, with detailed curly hair and facial features rendered in a way that is slightly raised from the flat surface of the coin. The lettering around the edge is in upper case and follows the circular outline.

George II, 1683-1760, King of Great Britian 1727 [obverse]

John Croker

1731


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Art market (Portobello Road), London; purchased 1960 by Ted Dalziel, Jr.; gift 2007 to NGA.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

around circumference: PRAESTAT.COMPONERE; in exergue: FOEDVS VIENNENSE / M.DCC.XXXI

Wikidata ID

Q63864107

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