Charles Rogier, Belgian Statesman (1800–1885) 19th century

This 19th century medal, created by Leopold Wiener, depicts Charles Rogier, a Belgian statesman. The piece features a profile portrait of Rogier, rendered in a realistic style, with a focus on detail in the hair and facial features. Wiener, a Belgian artist active in the mid-19th century, produced a number of medallic portraits. This small, circular piece is characteristic of the genre and is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York.