To Commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the Third Republic 1895

"To Commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the Third Republic," a medal designed by Louis-Oscar Roty in 1895, is a striking example of commemorative art. The medal depicts a profile of the Republic, veiled and crowned, on one side, while the other features a rooster, a symbol of France, standing against a rising sun. The inscription around the profile reads "Patria Non Immemor" ("The Motherland is not forgetful"). The medal's subtle design and evocative symbolism capture the spirit of the era, celebrating a pivotal moment in French history. This medal, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, continues to resonate with viewers as a testament to French national identity and the legacy of the Third Republic.