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Medal Showing John Campbell, Second Duke of Argyle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold medal with a raised profile portrait of a man with curly hair facing right. The man has a large curly wig with a low ponytail. He wears a military or ceremonial uniform with epaulets. The words "JOHANN" and "CAMPBELL" are raised and arched on either side of the man's head. The man's right shoulder and chest are covered with military accoutrements. The medal is round and shiny. The background is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
1743
Medium:
Silver, gold
Culture:
Swiss
Dimensions:
600 × 600 px
Museum record:
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