Coronation of William IV 1831
williamwyon
themetropolitanmuseumofart
sculpture
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medal
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natural stone pattern
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egg art
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sculpture
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strong focal point
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sculptural image
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unrealistic statue
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framed image
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sculpture
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home decor
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carved
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men
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decorative-art
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profile
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statue
"Coronation of William IV" is a silver medal created by William Wyon in 1831. The medal depicts a profile portrait of William IV, the King of the United Kingdom from 1830 to 1837, and includes the inscription "William the Fourth Crowned Sep 8. 1831." This piece, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, is a significant example of commemorative medallic art from the early 19th century.
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