The Art of the Medal is a book written by Victor David Brenner in 1910, which provides a comprehensive overview of the art of medal-making. The book covers the history of medals, their design, and the techniques used to create them. It also includes a detailed examination of the work of some of the most prominent medalists of the time, including Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Jules-Cl ment Chaplain, and Louis-Oscar Roty.Brenner's book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of medal-making, as it provides a ...
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The Art of the Medal is a book written by Victor David Brenner in 1910, which provides a comprehensive overview of the art of medal-making. The book covers the history of medals, their design, and the techniques used to create them. It also includes a detailed examination of the work of some of the most prominent medalists of the time, including Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Jules-Cl ment Chaplain, and Louis-Oscar Roty.Brenner's book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of medal-making, as it provides a detailed look at the process of creating a medal, from the initial design to the final casting. The book is also filled with illustrations and photographs of some of the most beautiful and intricate medals ever created, making it a visually stunning work as well.Overall, The Art of the Medal is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique insight into the world of medal-making. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the art of sculpture, as well as for collectors and enthusiasts of medals and coins.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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