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Centennial of the Bank of France, 1800-1900 [obverse]

Louis-Oscar Roty

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a bas-relief medallion of a female figure with intricate decorations, including a helmet with feathers and floral elements. The figure is depicted in profile, looking to the left with a calm expression. The relief is made of bronze and features an inscription on the edge referencing the Banque de France, as well as text reading "CENTENAIRE DE LA BANQUE DE FRANCE * 1800-1900 *" and the artist's signature "O. Roty" near the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
1900
Medium
silver
Dimensions
5026 × 5026 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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