Author(s):
dubois, jules charles (rennes, 24–10–1806), medal engraver - medalist
production date: in 1817
type(s) of object(s): numismatics
name(s): medal
dimensions - artwork:
diameter: 4cm
weight (type dimension): 37. 88 g
description:
relief, right and reverse
marks, inscriptions, hallmarks:
legend - in circular law: "nicolas poussin"; on the reverse, in the field: "ne / a andely / en m. D. Xciv. / dead / en m. Dc. Lxv. / metal gallery / des grands hommes francais. / 1817. "
signature of the performer - on the right, under the bust: "dubois f. "
iconographic description:
right: bust of nicolas poussin on the left; reverse: inscription on eight 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: nd530. Date: En 1817.
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