"Large Bronze Medal - Pierre Jeannin By Guillaume Dupré 1618"
One of the most powerful medals ever made: Pierre Jeannin by Guillaume Dupré in 1618.
France, cast in the 2nd half of the 17th century.
Diameter 18.3 cm (at the widest)
The strength of President Jeannin combined with the immense talent of Guillaume Dupré at the height of his art have given to this extraordinary medal a special place in the esteem of collectors. It is offered here in a beautiful lost wax casting, of quality although slightly later. Notice on the reverse the imprint of the paper used to press the wax.
Provenance: An important Provençal collection. Previously purchased at public auction, see here: https://www.vasari-auction.com/lot/104574/11711306-dupre-guillaume-1576-1640-dapres-buste-de-profil-de-pierre
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