Felix de Weldon

de Weldon, Felix Weihs Dr.
Weldon, Felix de

American, born Austria-Hungary (now Austria), 1907 - 2003

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The image shows a sculptured relief of Lyndon Baines Johnson's side profile on a circular medal. Johnson is depicted facing left with detailed features such as his hairstyle and facial structure. The sculpture is made of a material that appears to be a golden bronze color, giving it a metallic shine and highlighting the three-dimensional detailing of his face. The name "LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON" is inscribed around the edge, emphasizing the subject's identity. The detailing of his hair and facial features is captured with precision in a reduced scale.
Felix de Weldon, Medallic Art Company, Lyndon Baines Johnson Inaugural Medal [obverse], 1964, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Corcoran Thom, Jr., 1969), 2015.19.3899.a

Lyndon Baines Johnson Inaugural Medal [obverse]

Felix de Weldon, Medallic Art Company · 1964 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3899.a

The sculpture depicts a commemorative medal featuring the Presidential Seal of the United States and a profile bust within a rectangular space. The sculpture is made of a bronze-colored material with engraved text around its circumference reading "PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" and "INAUGURATED JANUARY 20, 1965."
Felix de Weldon, Medallic Art Company, Lyndon Baines Johnson Inaugural Medal [reverse], 1964, bronze, Corcoran Collection (Gift of Mrs. Corcoran Thom, Jr.), 2015.19.3899.b

Lyndon Baines Johnson Inaugural Medal [reverse]

Felix de Weldon, Medallic Art Company · 1964 · bronze ·  Accession ID  2015.19.3899.b