Alexandre Falguière (1831–1900) 1899

This 1899 plaster medal by Victor Peter depicts Alexandre Falguière riding a winged horse. Falguière was a well-known French sculptor, and this medal commemorates his success. Peter was a medalist known for his work in bronze, silver, and plaster. This piece is a fine example of the medallic art of the late 19th century. The inscription on the medal is a tribute to Falguière's work, as it refers to him as "his friends, his students, his colleagues, his admirers".