To Commemorate the Opening of the New London Bridge, by King William IV and Queen Adelaide, August 1, 1831 1831
benjaminwyon
themetropolitanmuseumofart
metal, relief, bronze, sculpture, engraving
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medal
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metal
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relief
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bronze
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ancient
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sculpture
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history-painting
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decorative-art
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engraving
This bronze medal, created by Benjamin Wyon in 1831, commemorates the opening of the new London Bridge by King William IV and Queen Adelaide. The medal features a shield with a cross and a sword, along with the inscription "Domine Dirige Nos," meaning "Lord, Direct Us," which is a Latin phrase. This commemorative piece highlights the significance of the new bridge, a symbol of London's progress and development, and the presence of the royal couple at its inauguration.
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