Sir Joshua Reynolds, 1723-1792, Painter [obverse] 1773

This bronze medal, created by John Kirk in 1773, is a portrait of Sir Joshua Reynolds, a prominent English painter. The medal features a profile view of Reynolds, his face turned slightly to the left. The inscription around the edge of the medal identifies the subject as "Sir Joshua Reynolds." Kirk, a well-known medalist, captures Reynolds' likeness with striking realism, creating a commemorative piece that reflects the artist's importance in 18th-century British art.