John Locke, 1632-1704, Philospher [obverse] c. 1733

This bronze medal, created by Jean Dassier in 1733, features a portrait of the English philosopher John Locke. The medal depicts Locke's head and shoulders, with his face turned slightly to the right. The inscription "IOANNES LOCKE" surrounds his portrait, and the piece is notable for its detailed rendering of Locke's features and the subtle texture of his clothing. This medal, typical of the 18th-century medallic art, is a fine example of a historical portrait executed in a three-dimensional format.