Medal
late 18th century (made)
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This is a bronze medal made in England around 1799, and signed "C. H. K(üchler)." The obverse of this medal represents a profile bust of King Ferdinand IV. of Sicily. The reverse shows the king brought back to Naples by the British Fleet under Nelson and Fame carrying a medallion portrait of the Admiral.
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Materials and techniques | Bronze |
Brief description | Medal, commemorating King Ferdinand IV of Sicily's return to Naples, English, ca. 1799 |
Physical description | Obv., profile bust of King Ferdinand IV. of Sicily. Rev., the king brought back to Naples by the British Fleet under Nelson; Fame carrying a medallion portrait of the Admiral. |
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Credit line | Given by W. Fleming, F.R.C.S.E. |
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Summary | This is a bronze medal made in England around 1799, and signed "C. H. K(üchler)." The obverse of this medal represents a profile bust of King Ferdinand IV. of Sicily. The reverse shows the king brought back to Naples by the British Fleet under Nelson and Fame carrying a medallion portrait of the Admiral. |
Bibliographic reference | List of Objects in the Art Division, South Kensington, Acquired During the Year 1877, Arranged According to the Dates of Acquisition. London : Printed by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode for H.M.S.O. p. 160. |
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Accession number | 1795-1877 |
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Record created | December 2, 2008 |
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