Jean-François Bodin, 1776-1829, Politician and Architect

Pierre-Jean David d'Angers

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a circular bronze medal featuring the profile of a man. It depicts a male figure with short hair styled covering the top of his head and flowing towards the back, along with distinctive sideburns. The material used is bronze, giving it a brownish, metallic appearance with visible sheen and texture. The man's profile is in relief, standing out against the background, capturing detailed facial features such as the nose, mouth, and slightly open eye. The sculpture includes inscriptions on the left side, identifying it with both a name and a date, likely serving as signatures and the year 1828. The craftsmanship provides a lifelike and realistic impression when viewed.