Sir John Pope Hennessy (K.C.M.G.), Governor of Mauritius by Louis-Oscar Roty

Sir John Pope Hennessy (K.C.M.G.), Governor of Mauritius 1888

louisoscarroty's Profile Picture

louisoscarroty

themetropolitanmuseumofart's Profile Picture

themetropolitanmuseumofart

sculpture

# 

medal

# 

3d sculpting

# 

sculpture

# 

sculptural image

# 

unrealistic statue

# 

close-up

# 

sculpting

# 

black colour

# 

sculpture

# 

black and white

# 

mid-section and head portrait

# 

men

# 

decorative-art

# 

profile

# 

statue

# 

arm

This 1888 medal, created by Louis-Oscar Roty, depicts Sir John Pope Hennessy, the Governor of Mauritius. The work is a round portrait in relief, with Hennessy's profile facing right, and his name inscribed along the edge. The subtle detailing of the work evokes a sense of realism, characteristic of the artist's style. This piece is currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY.

Show more

Comments

No comments

Be the first to comment and join the conversation on the ultimate creative platform.

Add to collection buttonCollectLike buttonReactComment buttonComment