Stars and Clouds Encircling a Crown [reverse]

Jean Darmand, called Lorfelin

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a medallion or coin with a decorative design. The medallion features an intricate design that includes a landscape of flowers at the bottom, with an ornate crown centered in the sky above, encircled by radiant beams of light and surrounded by clouds and stars. An inscription runs along the outer edge, separated by a beaded border, reading "NON EST MORTALE QUOD OPTO." The medallion is made from a metallic material, showing a patina that suggests age and wear. The presence of a circular hole at the top indicates this medallion may have been intended to be hung or worn as a decorative or symbolic item. The composition is symmetrically balanced with attention to detail, contributing to the overall elegance and narrative of the artifact.