Sydney International Exhibition Medal 1879

The Sydney International Exhibition Medal, created by Alfred Benjamin Wyon in 1879, is a bronze medal commemorating the international exhibition held in Sydney, Australia. The medal depicts a female figure representing Australia holding a wreath of laurel and standing in front of a view of the exhibition buildings. The inscription "Sydney International Exhibition MDCCCLXXIX" surrounds the central image, highlighting the event's date and location. This medal, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, exemplifies the artistic practice of creating commemorative medals, a form of art that often celebrates historical events and individuals.