c. 1740 Bronze Medal John Milton Paradise Lost Jean Dassier Sculptor Choice XF
Description: A beautiful c. 1740 high relief bronze medal depicting the portrait of John Milton the famous 17th century English poet and civil servant on the obverse. The medal commemorates Milton's famous poem "Paradise Lost". The obverse of the medal has the words "IOANNES MILTON" above the poet's bust along the edge. The reverse shows Adam and Eve under the tree, serpent among the branches, demons entering Paradise, and wolves devouring a flock of sheep. The reverse also has the legend "DIRA DULCE CANIT ALTER HOMERUS." above the Lost Paradise image. There are the letters I.D. in exergue for Jean Dassier the sculptor. A great looking medal, in good extremely fine condition to add to your collection. Please carefully review the photos as they are part and parcel of our description.
Date: 1740.
Origin: The medal is known to have been struck in Geneva Switzerland.
Reference: Eimer 254.
Artist: Jean Dassier.
Weight and Size: The medal weighs ~39.2 grams, is ~42 millimeters in diameter, and is ~4 millimeters thick at the edge.
Maker: Unknown.
Marks: I.D. in exergue for Jean Dassier the engraver.
Condition: The medal is in excellent condition and I would grade it as choice extremely fine or better. The medal shows minimum wear and has a minimum of surface marks or blemishes. A nice medal with great eye appeal. This is beautiful medal worthy of a spot your collection. Please view photos for additional condition information and to appreciate the beauty of the piece.
