The sculpture features a medallion depicting an eagle with outstretched wings in the center, set against a background showing cannons, cannonballs, and buildings. The medallion is inscribed with the word "ARMIGER" encircling the eagle. The medallion is likely made from a bronze or copper alloy as evidenced by its color and green patina. It has a rope-like border framing the outer edge and a circular loop at the top. The inscription "1601" is at the bottom. The small size and detailed design suggest it is meant for close viewing and could be a personal or commemorative item.

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Eagle Astride Two Cannons (The Artillery) [reverse]

medalist Philippe Danfrie II (French, c. 1572 - 1604)

1601

Medium: bronze
Classification: Sculpture
Dimensions: overall (diameter, without suspension loop): 6.03 cm (2 3/8 in.) ; overall (height with suspension loop): 8.04 cm (3 3/16 in.) ; gross weight: 79.25 gr (0.175 lb.) ; axis: 12:00
Culture: French
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CSD
Credit line: Gift of Lisa Unger Baskin
Rights: Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it: Teens profiles and older: its subject is for older viewers (war, death, the Passion, drink or the like). How works are placed

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