Louis Philippe, 1773-1850, King of the French 1830-1848 [obverse]

François Augustine Caunois

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is a relief portrait on a medallion of a man identified as Louis Philippe I, King of the French. The man is depicted in profile with a laurel wreath in his hair, styled in wavy curls typical of 19th-century portraits. Made of bronze, the medallion has a polished surface. The relief captures fine details such as the man's hair, the laurel wreath, and facial features, creating a sense of depth against a flat background. Text around the edges complements the portrait. The craftsmanship suggests it is a commemorative and decorative piece.