The Inspiration of Genius by Jules-Clément Chaplain

The Inspiration of Genius 19th century

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"The Inspiration of Genius" is a 19th-century bronze medal by Jules-Clément Chaplain. The medal depicts a seated, laurel-crowned figure representing an artist, receiving inspiration from a winged, nude figure of Genius, who is placing a laurel wreath on the artist's head. The medal, currently at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fine example of the French sculptor's work, highlighting the theme of artistic inspiration and the creative process.

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