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Medallion

Augustin Dupré

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Medallion by Augustin Dupré. Dark brown, circular metal medallion with a raised edge. A small hole is at the top center. The medallion features a raised relief portrait of a man with wavy, shoulder-length hair. The man is facing right, with a rounded forehead, prominent nose and chin, and a collared garment. The background is plain and textured, resembling a rough metal surface. The man casts a slight shadow on the light gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
1776–1883
Medium:
Cast iron
Dimensions:
599 × 562 px
Museum record:
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