Medal 1789

This small, oval-shaped medal, created by Henry Harris in 1789, is a profile portrait in relief. The sitter, a man with powdered hair, is depicted in a neoclassical style common during the late 18th century. The medal, crafted from a dark, opaque material, is set on a simple black pedestal. Harris was a renowned English medalist, active from 1739 to 1839, who is well-known for his work in the neoclassical style. This small piece, which resides in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a beautiful example of his skill and the prevailing tastes of the era.