Medal of Zachary Taylor 1849

Franklin Peale's "Medal of Zachary Taylor" (1849) is a bronze medal depicting the 12th President of the United States in profile. The medal, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a classic example of 19th-century American portraiture. The inscription "President of the United States Zachary Taylor 1849" encircles the bust, highlighting Taylor's presidency and the year of its creation. This artwork is a historical artifact that offers insight into American portraiture and the representation of political figures during the 19th century.