Oprichting der Colonne Departementale, ter ere van de drie consuls 1800

This 1800 bronze medal, created by Nicolas Marie Gatteaux, commemorates the founding of the "Colonne Départementale" in honor of the three Consuls. The obverse features the likenesses of the three Consuls, while the reverse contains detailed text outlining the historical context. This small-scale medal, weighing just 103.18 grams, is an example of Neoclassical art in the form of a commemorative medal. It serves as a tangible historical artifact that encapsulates a significant moment in French history.