Franz Joseph Gall, grondlegger van de leer der frenologie 1805

This silver medal, created by Friedrich Wilhelm Loos in 1805, commemorates Franz Joseph Gall, a prominent German physician and anatomist known for his work on phrenology. The obverse depicts a bust of Gall, while the reverse features a skull draped in a shroud, symbolizing death, with the inscription "LEHRTE IN BERLIN 1804." This piece of numismatic art showcases the interest in the burgeoning field of phrenology during the early 19th century, highlighting Gall's significant contributions and the fascination with the potential connection between physical brain structure and personality traits.