Medal Matrix, Bust Of The King Of France Henri I V

Louis XV period By Benjamin Duvivier, 1768, signature at the bottom of the scarf. Lead engraving 6.4 cm in diameter. Original matrix of the Bronze Medal awarded by the Academy of La Rochelle for the best speech whose subject praised Henri IV. A copy of one of the bronze medals, in poor condition, is kept in the collections of the La Rochelle museums (MAH.2016.0.15 - photo 2) What can we say about the original of The Matrix in very good condition. These matrices were destroyed after use, this one is intact. Very rare museum collectible. Photo taken with a monochrome filter to bring out the hollow relief. Type: Medal Matrix for the praise of Henri IV Date: 1768 City name: 85 - La Rochelle Metal: Lead Diameter: 64.2 mm Engraver: DUVIVIER Benjamin (1730-1819)