Antique dated, signed 1906 Telcs Ede (1872 - 1948) Cast Iron plaque Portrait Medal Of an Italian opera composer Giacomo Puccini, composer of: La Boheme, Tosca, Turandot, Madame Butterfly, etc...

Telcs Ede was born is a Jewish family in Hungary, studied sculpting very succesfully in Vienna art academy. Won many awards, his artworks in museums worldwide. Italy was his second home, most probably he met with Puccini. Also lived in Netherlands for some years. Very important pioneer of hungarian medal art. Read more on wikipedia.

This antique portrait medal is in very good condition for its age, showing a dark rusty patina.

Medal measures approx. 160 mm x 100 mm

Priority registered worldwide 3-8 weeks.