Karl Philip, prins zu Schwarzenberg 1820

This bronze medal, created in 1820 by Luigi Pichler, is a portrait of Karl Philip, Prince of Schwarzenberg. The medal is divided into two parts: the obverse depicts a bust portrait of the Prince in profile, while the reverse shows a personified figure of Mars, the Roman god of war, holding a branch of olive leaves and standing in front of a shield. The medal likely commemorates the Prince's military achievements, which were significant in the Napoleonic Wars. This small but detailed piece of art serves as a reminder of the power and impact of portraiture, particularly in the creation of commemorative medals.