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The Cholera Epidemics of 1849 and 1854 [reverse]

Joseph-Pierre Braemt

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture on the medal features a winged figure in battle holding a sword aloft. There is a defeated creature with multiple heads at the figure's feet. The background includes gothic and classical architecture. The medal is bronze in color and depicts a relief sculpture. Text is inscribed on the medal.

Artwork Details

Date
1854
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
4977 × 4977 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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