The Waterloo Medallion: The Victorious Generals Wellington and Blücher, with Jupiter's Conquest of the Giants [reverse]

designed 1817-1850, produced 1861

Benedetto Pistrucci

Associated Names
Benedetto Pistrucci

Medalist, Italian, 1783 - 1855

The sculpture is a circular, bronze relief depicting multiple figures engaged in a dynamic scene. At the center, figures on horses appear to be in motion. Surrounding them, other figures seem to be in a struggle, with some holding shields or weapons. The bronze relief showcases intricate detailing in high relief. The figures are relatively small, indicating the sculpture is meant to be viewed up close.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    copper

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Lisa and Leonard Baskin

  • Dimensions

    overall (diameter): 13.87 cm (5 7/16 in.)
    gross weight: 506.5 gr (1.117 lb.)
    axis: 12:00

  • Accession Number

    1996.122.6.b

Associated Artworks

The image shows a round medallion or plaque with a sculpted relief. The relief depicts male profiles in the center and various classical scenes surrounding them. The top displays charioteers, the bottom features figures sitting and gesturing, and additional figures are on the sides. The sculpture appears to be made of bronze, giving it a brown metallic hue with areas of highlights. The relief provides depth, with elements protruding towards the viewer.

The Waterloo Medallion: The Prince Regent (later George IV) of England, Francis II of Austria, Alexander I of Russia, and Frederick Wilhelm III of Prussia Surrounded by Symbols of Power and Justice, with Day, Night, the Fates, and the Furies [obverse]

Benedetto Pistrucci

1817

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Art market, London; purchased 1960s by Lisa and Leonard Baskin, Leeds, Massachusetts; gift 1996 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. 787, repro.

Inscriptions

around bottom circumference: PISTRUCCI

Wikidata ID

Q63861665

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