Jacques-Donatien Leray de Chaumont (1725–1803) by Jean-Baptiste Nini

Jacques-Donatien Leray de Chaumont (1725–1803) 1771

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This 1771 terracotta medallion by French sculptor Jean-Baptiste Nini depicts Jacques-Donatien Leray de Chaumont in profile. The work is a fine example of Neoclassical portraiture and is characterized by its realistic rendering of the subject's features and the inscription surrounding the portrait. Nini was a prominent sculptor during the 18th century, known for his medallions and busts. This work is part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.

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