Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Founder's Medal (reverse)

struck c. 2005

Jean-Baptiste Daniel-Dupuis

Associated Names
Jean-Baptiste Daniel-Dupuis

Sculptor, French, 1849 - 1899

The image shows a circular sculpture, likely a medal or medallion, awarded to William Gerdts in 2005. The surface features an engraved text that reads "AWARDED TO WILLIAM GERDTS 2005" at the center, with the phrase "PRO CAUSA ARTIS HONOS HONORATIS" inscribed along the perimeter. The sculpture includes laurel branches, an artist's palette, and paintbrushes in its design, suggesting a theme related to art. The material appears to be a type of metal, possibly bronze or a similar alloy, with a patina in brown and coppery tones. The item has a detailed texture, with raised lettering and imagery against a slightly tarnished background. The craftsmanship indicates a traditional style, and the medal looks significant, possibly awarded for achievements or contributions in the field of art.
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Artwork overview

Associated Artworks

The image displays a sculpture on a circular medallion with two figures. One seated figure on the left holds a palette and looks up at the standing figure on the right, who extends an arm to offer a wreath. The figures are detailed and draped in flowing robes. The sculpture is metallic with a silver color and iridescent patina in hues of blue, green, and orange. An inscription around the relief reads "THE PENNSYLVANIA ACADEMY OF THE FINE ARTS FOUNDED 1805." The composition shows movement and interaction between the figures.

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Founder's Medal (obverse)

Jean-Baptiste Daniel-Dupuis

2005


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Presented 2005 to William H. Gerdts [1929-2020], New York; gift 2018 to NGA.

Associated Names

Inscriptions

across center: AWARDED / TO / WILLIAM GERDTS / 2005; around circumference: PRO.CAUSA.ARTIS.HONOS.HONOARATIS DANIEL-DUPUIS

Wikidata ID

Q63864080

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