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Dr. Samuel Pozzi, 1846-1918, Physician [obverse]

Jules-Clément Chaplain

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a relief of a man's profile on a circular medallion labeled as "PROFESSEUR SAMUEL POZZI." The man has a beard, mustache, neatly combed hair, high-collared shirt, and ornate attire with decorations on the chest area. The metal sculpture has a bronze or aged patina finish, giving it a warm, brownish hue. The profile is from the left, showing detailed facial contours and textured hair, suggesting a lifelike representation. The medallion also includes inscribed text along its border.

Artwork Details

Date
1906
Medium
silvered copper
Dimensions
4853 × 4853 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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