Harmony [obverse]

1949

Leo Friedlander (designer), Medallic Art Company (manufacturer)

Associated Names
Leo Friedlander

Designer, American, 1888 - 1966

Medallic Art Company

Manufacturer, American, est. 1910 - closed 2016

The sculpture is a circular relief featuring a woman as the central subject. She is depicted standing with a lyre in one hand. The woman is partially draped in a flowing garment, leaving her upper body exposed, and she appears poised in a serene posture. The material of the sculpture is bronze, giving it a warm tone. The background features raised depictions of a tree and a small bush or rock. The word "HARMONY" is inscribed in the lower right portion of the sculpture.
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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

The relief on a round medal depicts a pastoral scene with human figures in a landscape. The scene includes a group of people on a hillside, stylized trees, and a church with a spire in the background. The color of the sculpture is warm bronze. The composition is detailed yet streamlined, capturing an idyllic vision. The words "CREATES TRANQUILITY" are engraved around the edges.

Tranquility [reverse]

Leo Friedlander, Medallic Art Company

1949

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Gift 1949 to the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, through subscription to the Society of Medalists (Fortieth Issue); acquired 2015 by the National Gallery of Art.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

lower right: HARMONY / L.F. / ©

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