Author(s):
depaulis, alexis-joseph (paris, 30–08–1790 - paris, 29–09–1867), medal engraver - medalist
production date: in 1851
type(s) of object(s): numismatics
name(s): medal
materials and techniques: copper
dimensions - artwork:
diameter: 4. 1cm
weight (type dimension): 40. 35 g
description:
relief, right and reverse
marks, inscriptions, hallmarks:
legend - in circular law: "nicolas poussin"; on the reverse, in the field: "a / nicolas poussin / born in aux andelys. / his admirators. / june 15, 1851. "
signature of the performer - on the right, under the bust: "depaulis"
iconographic description:
right: bust of nicolas poussin on the right; reverse: inscription on six lines
historical commentary:
illustration of two achievements of the pontificate of paul v, during the year 1612: the completion of the facade of saint peter's basilica in rome by carlo maderno and the canonization of cardinal charles borromeo
acquisition mode: unknown acquisition mode
institution: carnavalet museum, history of paris
inventory number: nd529. Date: En 1851.
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