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Midland Utilities Medal (obverse)
Giclee štampa / Umetnički otisak
Dimenzije reprodukcije
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$ 62
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A Golden Moment Frozen in Metal
In the delicate interplay of light and shadow, the Midland Utilities Medal (obverse) emerges as a breathtaking testament to the sculptural mastery of Anthony de Francisci. Created in 1928, this exquisite piece transcends its original purpose as a commemorative object, offering instead a window into a bygone era of classical elegance and profound human connection. The obverse presents a scene of tender strength: a man lifting another figure with an effortless grace that suggests both protection and triumph. Every curve of the musculature and every fold of the drapery is rendered with a precision that speaks to de Francisca's deep roots in the traditions of Italian marble carving and his formal training under the giants of American numismatic art.
The composition is a masterclass in relief sculpture, where the depth of the strike creates a sense of three-dimensional life upon a flat surface. The golden hue of the medal serves as more than just a color; it acts as a warm, radiant aura that illuminates the central figures, casting soft shadows that define the contours of their embrace. This technique draws the eye inward, forcing the viewer to confront the intimacy of the moment captured. For the discerning collector or interior designer, this piece offers a focal point of quiet grandeur, capable of anchoring a room with its sophisticated weight and historical resonance.
The Legacy of a Master Sculptor
To understand the soul of this medal, one must look to the hands that shaped it. Anthony de Francisci brought with him the spirit of Palermo, Italy, infusing his American career with a classical sensibility that would eventually redefine United States coinage. Having studied under legends such as James Earle Fraser and Adolph A. Weinman, de Francisci possessed a unique ability to translate complex human emotions into the miniature, durable medium of metal. This medal represents a pinnacle of that skill, where the technical demands of typography and border text harmonize perfectly with the fluid, organic movement of the central figures.
The symbolism embedded within the work is both subtle and stirring. The act of lifting another person serves as a powerful metaphor for support, progress, and the shared human endeavor—themes that would have resonated deeply during the late 1920s. There is an inherent nobility in the design, a sense of dignity that elevates the medal from a mere utility commemoration to a work of fine art. For those seeking to adorn their spaces with pieces that evoke a sense of timelessness and strength, this reproduction offers an unparalleled opportunity to possess a fragment of numismatic history, capturing the very essence of classical beauty and the enduring power of human connection.
Srodna umetnička dela
Biografija umetnika
Rani život i učenje
- Rođen: Palermo, Italija (13. jula 1887.)
- Umro: 20. avgust 1964.
Mirni dolar i numizmatičko priznanje
- Takmičenje: 1921. godine, de Francisci je osvojio takmičenje koje je organizovala Komisija za umetnost kako bi dizajnirao novi srebrni dolar.
- Inspiracija dizajna: Portret na Mirnom dolaru zasnovan je na njegovoj supruzi, Mary Teresi Cafarelli, iako ga je on opisao kao "kompozit" lice koje predstavlja "nešto od Amerike". Cilj mu je bio da prenese intelektualnu snagu i vitalnost nacije kroz dizajn.
- Trenutni uticaj: Uspeh Mirnog dolara značajno je podigao reputaciju de Franciscija.
- Ostali numizmatički radovi: Dizajnirao je i komemorativni poludolar Maine Centenilije 1920. godine.
Iznad novčića: Skulptura i medalijska umetnost
- Dugme za službu tokom Drugog svetskog rata: De Francisci je dizajnirao Dugme za počastnu službu tokom Drugog svetskog rata, poznato kao "razbijeni patka".
- Reljefi na stubovima za proslavu stulećnjica: Napravio je bronzene visoke reljefe za bazni deo stuba za proslavu stulećnjica u Union Squareu, Njujork.
- Admiracija Abrahamu Linkolnu: De Francisci je osećao duboku admiraciju prema Abrahamu Linkolnu, što se ogleda u nekoliko ličnih radova.
- Medalja za Svemirsku sajmište 1964/1965.: Dizajnirao je inaugural medalju za ovaj značajan događaj.
Nasleđe i istorijska značajnost
Doprinosi Anthonyja de Franciscija američkoj umetnosti, posebno dizajn Mirnog dolara, obezbedili su njegovo mesto u istoriji. Njegova sposobnost spajanja umetničke veštine sa numizmatičkim principima rezultirala je novčićem koji je istovremeno estetski prijatan i istorijski značajan. De Franciscijev rad pokazuje moć skulpture da uhvati nacionalnu identitet i proslavi važne događaje. Ostaje uticajna figura u američkoj umetnosti i numizmatici, sećan po svojim snažnim dizajnima i trajnom nasleđu.
Anthony De Francisci
1887 - 1964 , Italija
Osnovne informacije
- Artistic Movement Or Style: Klasični stil
- Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
- James Earle Fraser
- Hermon MacNeil
- Adolph A. Weinman
- Date Of Birth: 13. jul 1887.
- Date Of Death: 20. avgust 1964.
- Full Name: Anthony de Francisci
- Nationality: Italo-amerikanac
- Notable Artworks:
- Mirni dolar
- Poludolar Maine Centenarije
- Dugme za službu tokom Drugog svetskog rata
- Place Of Birth: Palermo, Italija
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