French Sculptures

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The sculpture on the circular bronze medal features a seated female figure in classical attire at the center, holding a tablet with "26 mai 1834 ROUEN" inscribed on it. The female figure is flanked by two winged males holding different objects: one appears to hold a torch, while the other holds a laurel wreath. The background includes rural elements and outlines of buildings and roads beneath the figures. The entire sculpture is in bronze with a metallic brown color. Engraved text around the border and at the base of the medal acknowledges the era of Louis Philippe. The piece combines classical and industrial imagery, reflecting themes of progress and enlightenment.

The Establishment of the French Railway System: The Law of 11 June 1842 [reverse]

Antoine Bovy

1842

Copper  Accession ID  2004.59.2.b

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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The image shows a circular sculpture with a human skeleton in the center. The skeleton is facing away with its arms extended, holding an object that resembles a smoking pipe. The sculpture appears to be on a coin or medallion with a metallic color. In the background, there is a faint outline of a tall-masted ship. Surrounding the edge of the medallion, there is embossed text in German which reads "ENGLANDS GRUSS AN DIE NEUTRALE - TUBANTIA." The surface has a textured finish and the details are rendered in low relief.

The Torpedoing of the Tubantia [obverse]

Walter Eberbach

1916

Iron  Accession ID  2004.50.2.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
The sculpture depicts the head of a human figure with a serene expression and closed eyes. It is crafted from a material resembling stone or plaster, giving it a natural beige color. The head is placed atop a rectangular, textured pedestal that is also of a similar material and color. The surface showcases a rough, unfinished texture. Positioned at approximately the height of a viewer's face, the sculpture's human scale invites direct engagement.

Mlle Dominique Jeanès

Charles Despiau

1925

Terracotta  Accession ID  1969.10.2

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5
The sculpture depicts a seated female figure in a reclining pose. Her head is turned slightly downwards, gazing towards her torso. Her legs are bent at the knees, with one leg in front of the other. Her arms rest around her body, conveying a relaxed posture. The sculpture is made of a material that resembles stone, with an off-white and beige color giving it a weathered appearance. The figure sits on an abstract base for stability, exhibiting soft, rounded edges and realistic body shape, reminiscent of classical human figure sculptures.

Reclining Nude

Aristide Maillol

c. 1900

Terracotta  Accession ID  1983.1.57

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5
The sculpture depicts a nude female figure standing in a contrapposto pose, with one leg slightly bent and the other supporting her weight. Her arms are raised, and her hands rest on the back of her head, which is inclined downwards. The sculpture is made of a material that resembles terracotta or clay, giving it a warm, earthy, brownish hue. The surface of the sculpture is relatively smooth, showcasing subtle curves and anatomical details, like the muscles and outlines of the body. The figure's facial features are not detailed, focusing more on the overall form rather than intricate facial details. The sculpture stands on a simple base, made of the same material, which supports the figure at the feet.

Rosita

Aristide Maillol

c. 1890/1899

Terracotta  Accession ID  1983.1.58

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5
The sculpture depicts a seated female figure. She is in a contemplative pose, with her head slightly bowed and arms resting across her raised leg. She appears to be sitting on a simple block or stool. The piece is made from a material resembling terracotta or a similar earthen material, giving it a natural brown color. The texture of the sculpture shows hand shaping and smoothing, with detailing in the figure's hair, body, and posture. The form is realistic, with anatomical features and proportions resembling the human figure. The appearance is classic and timeless, capturing a quiet moment of introspection or rest.

Seated Woman

Aristide Maillol

c. 1900

Terracotta  Accession ID  1983.1.59

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5
The sculpture features two intertwined nude figures standing on a rectangular base. Both figures are shown in an embracing posture, leaning slightly towards one another. The figure on the left has its head lowered, while the one on the right is tilting its head upwards. Their limbs are intertwined, and they stand in a pose that suggests movement, with one leg of each figure extended behind them. The sculpture is made from terracotta, evident from its earthy orange color. The texture is slightly rough and uneven, which gives it a hand-crafted appearance and highlights the contours of the bodies. The material and color contribute to a warm and organic look, with the figures appearing lifelike due to the realistic proportions and dynamic pose.

Women Wrestlers

Aristide Maillol

1900

Terracotta  Accession ID  1983.1.62

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5
This is a round gold coin or medallion. The coin depicts a woman in flowing robes holding a torch in one hand and an olive branch in the other, surrounded by rays of light. Her long hair flows behind her. One of her knees is bent, the foot resting on what seems to be a large rock, while her other foot is next to a small domed building. The coin is inscribed with the word "LIBERTY" at the top surrounded by a ring of stars. The date "MCMVII" is imprinted at the lower right.

"Double Eagle" Twenty Dollar Gold Piece [obverse]

Augustus Saint-Gaudens

model 1905-1907, struck 1907

Gold alloy  Accession ID  2008.100.1.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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This is a photograph of a gold coin. The image shows an intricately engraved gold coin featuring an eagle in flight at the center. Above the eagle are the words "UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TWENTY DOLLARS." Rays emanate from the bottom of the coin, adding movement. The eagle's feathers and the reflective quality of the gold enhance the coin's depth and luster.

"Double Eagle" Twenty Dollar Gold Piece [reverse]

Augustus Saint-Gaudens

model 1905-1907, struck 1907

Gold alloy  Accession ID  2008.100.1.b

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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The sculpture is a bas-relief medallion featuring three figures. One side shows a skeletal figure in a cloaked robe seated on a platform. The center figure is a composed female in classical attire, with one arm extended towards the skeletal figure and the other supporting a nude female clinging to her. The material appears to be bronze with an aged patina, highlighted by dark and light areas. The sculpture is inscribed with the words "Traité de Gynécologie."

Allegory of the Fight Against Death [reverse]

Jules-Clément Chaplain

1906

Silvered copper  Accession ID  2004.59.4.b

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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The sculpture depicts a male figure in a squatting pose, leaning forward with both arms resting on a ledge or bar. The subject is entirely nude, revealing a detailed portrayal of the human form with emphasis on muscles and posture. The sculpture is crafted from a dark, bronze-colored material. The surface appears polished and slightly reflective. The artwork is presented on a square, flat tabular surface. The sculpted figure appears almost life-sized in proportion.

Bather

Alexandre Charpentier

c. 1890

Bronze  Accession ID  2004.138.1

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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The sculpture is a bust depicting a young male with a slight downward gaze. The subject's hair is sculpted with a tousled appearance, adding texture and dimension. The bust is primarily composed of dark bronze material. It is mounted on a circular pedestal of a similar dark tone. The realistic representation of facial features and hair suggests a focus on naturalism, capturing the fine details and gentle expression of the subject in a lifelike manner.

Bust of the Fisherboy

Vincenzo Gemito

model c. 1876, cast probably 1883/1886

Bronze  Accession ID  2007.139.1

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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