In Honor of Admiral Lord Howe, 1794 1794

"In Honor of Admiral Lord Howe" is a bronze medal created by Conrad Heinrich Küchler in 1794. The medal, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a profile portrait of Admiral Richard Howe, a celebrated British naval commander. The inscription around the portrait reads "RIC. COMES HOWE THALASSIAR. CILA BRIT. ANGLI," which translates to "Richard, Earl Howe, Lord of the Sea, Glory of Britain, English." The inscription below the portrait, "PATRIAE DECUS ET VIRTUS," means "The Glory and Virtue of His Country." The medal is an example of neoclassical art, a style that was popular in the late 18th century and emphasized classical themes and forms.