Lot n° 25
Estimation :
100 - 200
EUR
Bronze medallion with a brown patina depicting Emperor Napol - Lot 25
Bronze medallion with a brown patina depicting Emperor Napoleon I – Early 19th century
A circular bronze medallion with a brown patina depicting Emperor Napoleon I in left profile, wearing an antique-style laurel wreath and a draped garment fastened at the shoulder with a fibula.
The portrait, executed in bas-relief with great attention to detail, follows the tradition of imperial representations inspired by Roman antiquity.
The entire piece is surrounded by a double border decorated with pearls of varying sizes, lending the composition a particularly decorative character.
The reverse side is hollow, showing traces of ancient casting, and features a suspension ring.
Condition: Beautiful antique brown patina; slight wear and traces of oxidation on the reverse. Appears to be in good overall condition.
Dimensions and weight: Diameter 13.5 cm – Weight: 0.496 kg.
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