Antique French Bronze Medal Bas-Relief, Signed Alphée Dubois


This handsome antique French bronze medal is decorated in bas-relief on both sides. It is marked with the word “bronze” alongside the image of a cornucopia, the hallmark used since 1880 by the Paris mint, “La Monnaie de Paris”, for all bronze medals it strikes. It is signed - with the name on the front and the initials on the back - by Alphée Dubois (1831-1905), renowned French painter and medal designer. The front shows “la République”, personified by a woman in antique dress, wearing a Phrygian cap and crowned with a laurel wreath, showing the path of science to a female figure who both personifies “Agriculture” and recalls the goddess Demeter - she carries a scythe and a sheaf of wheat. In the background is seen a sower sowing and the inscription, “République française” around the edge. The back is decorated with a wreath of wheat sheaves and grape vines bearing bunches of grapes surrounding a cartouche with the engraved inscription, “Associations agricoles”, along with a ribbon inscribed, “Science, Labeur”. Around the edge is the inscription, “Ministère de l’Agriculture”. This medal is in good condition with the exception of very faint scratches and very small dents. It will add a charming “French” touch to your decor or be an excellent addition to your collection!


Dimensions  

Diameter: 2 inches (5 cm)

Weight: 2.25 ounces (64 gr.)


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