Medallion of Benjamin Franklin
The Medallion of Benjamin Franklin by an unknown artist features a raised relief sculpture. The sculpture is circular and recessed, and it is set within a square frame. Benjamin Franklin's left-facing profile is depicted; he has a prominent nose and lips. He wears a fur hat and coat. The medallion has a raised circular border and is set into a recessed square background with a raised border. The frame is made of stone or plaster and has a weathered appearance. The image is in black and white. The portrait is from the side.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1776–1883
- Medium
- Oil on wood
- Dimensions
- 555 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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