Jacques-Louis David, 1748-1825, Painter [obverse] 1820

This 1820 bronze medal by André Galle depicts Jacques-Louis David, a prominent French painter of the Neoclassical era. The medal, a common form of portraiture in the 19th century, presents David in profile, capturing his likeness with precise detail. The inscription around the rim identifies the sitter as "Louis David", emphasizing his status as a celebrated figure in the art world. This small yet significant work honors the legacy of a pivotal artist whose works have profoundly influenced artistic discourse throughout the 19th century.