James I, 1566-1625, King of England 1603 [obverse]

c. 1625

Probably Simon de Passe

Associated Names
Simon van de Passe

Engraver, German, c. 1595 - 1647

The sculpture features a finely etched portrait of a man wearing a ruff collar, typical of attire from the 16th to 17th centuries. The sculpture is circular and appears to be made of a metallic material, possibly silver or a similar alloy, with a slightly tarnished surface. The portrait is in profile showing intricate details in the facial features and hair. There is an inscription along the edge in a ring around the image. The style of the engraving and the composition of the portrait convey a historical context. The man appears to be a person of status or importance. The surrounding text is part of the sculptural design.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    silver counter, stamped in imitation of engraving

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin

  • Dimensions

    overall (diameter): 3 cm (1 3/16 in.)
    gross weight: 2.15 gr (0.005 lb.)
    axis: 12:00

  • Accession Number

    1992.55.19.a

Associated Artworks

The sculpture features a detailed relief engraving of a man's bust on a coin. The man is depicted wearing a wide-brimmed hat and an elaborately detailed lace collar. The coin appears to be metallic with a dull, silvery patina. The man has a mustache and a goatee, and there is intricate detailing on his hair and facial features. Surrounding the portrait is an inscription on the edge of the coin. The image shows the man in a frontal view with a slightly turned head.

Prince Charles, 1600-1649, King of England 1625 [reverse]

Simon van de Passe

1625

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lisa and Leonard Baskin, Leeds, Massachusetts; gift 1992 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. 783, repro.

Inscriptions

around circumference: GIVE THY IVDGEMENTS O GOD UNTO THE KING

Wikidata ID

Q63861008

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