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Thursday, 24 September 2015

5 - Dassier - The Medallions of the Kings and Queens of England - 1731.

The Medallions of the Kings and Queens of England, 1731.

by Jean Dassier (1676 - 1763).

Part 5.

Each Medallion 41 mm diam.

All images courtesy Ben Weiss - I am very grateful for his support and assistance.

I would like to thank Professor Ben Weiss, Emeritus Professor of Pharmacology and Physiology
Drexel University College of Medicine, for allowing me to reproduce the photographs and captions.

http://www.historicalartmedals.com/default.htm

A visit to his website is essential for anyone interested in pre 19th century European Medallions.

Edward VI (1547 - 53).

Obv: Bust of Edward VI wearing a cloak lined with ermine, embroidered doublet, and hat with feather. EDOUARD. VI. D.G. ANG. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Rev: Tomb monument flanked by volutes decorated with festoons of roses. In the center is a square bas-relief showing the king as an infant Hercules strangling a dragon, symbolizing the papacy, in imitation of the fable of Hercules strangling the serpent.
Exergue: NAT. 12 OCTOB. 1537. COR. 20. FEBR. 1547. M.6 IUL. 1553.
Ref: M.I. i, 62/20; Eimer 30/30; Thompson 29/21; Eisler I, 260/23

Mary (1553 - 58).

Obv: Bust of Mary I MARIA. I. D.G. ANG. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Rev: Religion (Popery) with Papal tiara and cross seated before a monument; at the sides are a fire for burning heretics, and a column on which is hung a medallion with a portrait of Pope Paul IV surrounded by arms and implements of torture.
Exergue: NATA. 18 FEBR. 1516. COR. 1. OCTOB. 1553. MORT. 17.NOV 1558.
Ref: M.I. i, , 89/59; Eimer 31/38; Eisler I, 260/24; Thompson 30/22

Queen Mary (1553 - 58).

from Baziliologia - 1618.

There is no mistaking the source of Dassiers medallion on a personal note I have to say this is one of my all time favourite engravings. Deleram appears to make her apparent malevolence leaps from the paper.

Engraved by Francis Delaram
Published by Compton Holland,

Queen Mary by Sir Antonio More also known as

Sir Anthonis Mor, Anthonis Mor van Dashorst and Antonio Moro.

Circa . 1554 There are three versions of this painting. This one is in the Prado in Madrid.

Elizabeth I (1558 - 1603).

Obv: Bust of Elizabeth ELISABETH D.G. ANG. FR. ET. HIB. REGINA.
Rev: Monument with a triangular pediment into which the Eye of God (Providence) has been inserted. The bas relief depicts the destruction of the Armada, with lightning bolts destroying the Spanish vessels. This is flanked on the left by Religion holding a bible and a lighted candle, symbolizing the Reformation, and on the right by Minerva holding a rudder and palm branch, symbolizing the learning, wisdom and prudence of Elizabeth. (Eisler)
Exergue: NATA. 7. SEPT. 1533. COR. 15. IAN. 1559. M. 24 MART. 1602.
Signed: I.D.
Ref: M.I. i,185/193; Eimer 35/79; Eisler, 261/25; Thompson 30/23

James I (1603 - 25).

Obv: Bust of James I IACOBUS. I. D.G. M. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Rev: Tomb with two Genii, one of whom adds the Scottish Lion to the arms, alluding to the union of the two kingdoms, the other points to a book, alluding to the king’s fame as an author.
Exergue: NAT. 19. IUN. 1556. CORON. 25. IUL 1603. MORT. 27 MART. 1625.
Ref: M.I. i, 237/104; Eimer 37/104; Eisler I, 262/26; Thompson 31/24

Charles I (1625 - 49).

Obv: Bust of Charles I CAROLUS. I. D.G. M. BR. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Rev: Britannia, seated on monument weeping, raises a pall revealing the amputated head of the king. On one side is an ax and on the other side a rose fallen from its stem.
Exergue: NAT. 13 NOV. 1600. COR. 2. FEBR. 1626. M. IANV. 1649.
Signed: I.D. F.
Charles was born Nov. 19, 1600.
Ref: M.I. i, 353/212; Eimer 43/164; Eisler I, 262/27; Thompson 31/25

4 - Dassier - The Medallions of the Kings and Queens of England - 1731

The Medallions of the Kings and Queens of England, 1731.

by Jean Dassier (1676 - 1763).

Part 4.

Each Medallion 41 mm diam.

All images courtesy Ben Weiss - I am very grateful for his support and assistance.

I would like to thank Professor Ben Weiss, Emeritus Professor of Pharmacology and Physiology
Drexel University College of Medicine, for allowing me to reproduce the photographs and captions.

http://www.historicalartmedals.com/default.htm

A visit to his website is essential for anyone interested in pre 19th century European Medallions.

Edward IV (1461 - 70).

Obv: Bust of Edward IV EDOUARD. IV. D.G. ANG. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Rev: On monument, a figure of Fortune between a dismasted ship and another ship sailing before a gale, in allusion to the vicissitudes of the king’s career.
Exergue: NAT. 1441. COR. 20. IUN. 1461. MORT. 9. APRIL. 1483.
Signed: I.D. F.
Ref: M.I. i, 18/4; Eimer 29/20; Eisler I, 258/18; Thompson 27/16; Pollard II, 850/904

Edward V (1483).

Obv: Bust of Edward V EDOUARD. V. D.G. ANG. FR. HIB. REX.
Rev: Monument decorated on top with two cherubs embracing, an allusion to the affection of the King and his brother. In front within a circle is depicted the scene of the murder of the two young princes. Below is inscribed: NAT. 8. OCTOB. 1470. MORT 1483.
Signed: I. DASSIER F.
Ref: M.I. i, 18; Eimer 29/21; Thompson 28/17; Eisler I, 258/19a

Richard III (1483 - 85).

Obv: Bust of Richard III RICHARDVS III. D.G. ANG. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Rev: On sarcophagus, Fury holding crown and dagger, the object of Richard’s ambition and the means of obtaining it, near the two slain princes. On monument, a representation of the Battle of Bosworth Field.
Exergue: CORONAT. 6. IVL. 1483. MORT. 22 AVG. 1485.
Ref: M.I. i, 19; Eimer 29/22; Eisler I, 259/20; Thompson 28/18

Henry VII (1485 - 1509).

Obv: Bust of Henry VII wearing a fur-lined robe and cap decorated with jewels. HENRICUS. VII. D.G. ANG. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Rev: Monument flanked by volutes and surmounted by a curving pediment. The latter is decorated with two united roses, symbolizing the union of the Houses of York and Lancaster. In the center is a bas-relief representing the king as Hercules seated at right and attended by Justice, Prudence and Abundance.
Exergue: NAT. 1457. COR. 30. OCT. 1485. M. 22. APRIL 1509.
Ref: M.I. i, 23/6; Eimer 29/25; Thompson 28/19; Eisler I, 259/21

Henry VII.

Engraving by Michel Lasne (1590-1667). French.

C. 1630 - 67.

13.6 x 8.7 cm. Paper size.

Royal Collection.

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Henry VIII (1509 - 47).

Obv: Bust of Henry VIII HENRICUS. VIII. D.G. ANG. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Rev: A square monument surmounted by a mask between two volutes and articulated by fluted pilasters. At the front is a bas-relief depicting the king as Hercules, club in hand, within a temple destroying the Papal tiara and keys which have been placed on an alter. Behind is a fire of faggots, emblematic of the fate of Roman Catholics and to which Henry consigned those who refused to acknowledge his supremacy. At the foot of the monument is Hymen holding one torch still burning, symbolizing the one marriage undissolved at the death of Henry, while five extinguished torches at his feet represent Henry’s previous marriages.
Exergue: NAT. 1491. COR. 24 IUN. 1509. MORT. 28 IAN. 1547.
Signed: I.D.
Ref: M.I. i, 52/54; Eimer 29/27; Eisler I, 259/22; Thompson 29/20

3 Dassier - The Medallions of the Kings and Queens of England - 1731

The Medallions of the Kings and Queens of England, 1731.

by Jean Dassier (1676 - 1763).

Part 3.

Each Medallion 41 mm diam.

All images courtesy Ben Weiss - I am very grateful for his support and assistance.

I would like to thank Professor Ben Weiss, Emeritus Professor of Pharmacology and Physiology
Drexel University College of Medicine, for allowing me to reproduce the photographs and captions.

http://www.historicalartmedals.com/default.htm

A visit to his website is essential for anyone interested in pre 19th century European Medallions.

Edward III (1327 - 1377).

Obv: Bust of Edward III wearing a helmet decorated with a dragon, the device of Cadwallader. EDOUARD. III. D.G. ANG. FR. ET HIB. REX.
Rev: Circular temple, with a statue of Mars, symbolic of the warlike nature of Edward. On the base are two cupids: one is holding a garter, an allusion to the establishment of the Order of the Garter, and the other, is holding an olive branch, an allusion to the King’s victorious career. On the base is inscribed: NAT. J312. COR. J327. MORT. J377
Signed: J. D.
Ref: M.I. i, 9/8; Eimer 28/12; Thompson 25/11; Eisler I, 256/13a

Richard II (1377 - 99).

Obv: Bust of Richard II RICHARDVS. II. D.G. ANG. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Rev: A sepulchral monument, on which are two infants, one holding a cypress, the other a skull and a dagger, in allusion to the King’s tragic death. The bas-relief on the base represents him in the dungeon of Pontefract Castle, with a crown, sword and scepter at his feet.
Exergue: NAT. J366. COR. J377 MORT. J399.
Signed: I. D.
Ref: M.I. i, 10/2; Eimer 28/13; Thompson 25/12; Eisler I, 257/14

Henry IV (1399 - 1413).

Obv: Bust of Henry IV (l) wearing embroidered robe and veil with Lancastrian rose HENRICUS. IV. D.G. ANG. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Rev: Tomb surmounted by reclining figure of Death holding a scythe in one hand and an ax in the other, surrounded by military trophies. Below the tomb is a bas-relief representing at left Prince John of Lancaster ordering his officers to suppress the rebellion of Scrope, Archbishop of York, and Mowbry, Earl Marshal. The crushing of the rebel forces is depicted at right. (From Eisler)
On base: NATUS J366 CORONAT. J399 MORT. J413
Signed: I.D.
Ref: M.I. i, 12/6; Eimer 28/15; Thompson 26/13; Eisler I, 257/15

From An Explanation of Dassier's Medals of the Sovereigns of England, a series of six engraved plates of the Kings and Queens of England, by Pye, c. 1773

http://www.davidbrassrarebooks.com/

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Henry V (1413 - 22).

Obv: Bust of Henry V HENRICUS. V. D.G. ANG. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Rev: Henry, amid captured arms, is reclining on monument in form of a sarcophagus. Fame is crowning him and sounding his praises. A skull between palm and laurel branches decorates the side. NATUS 1388 CORONAT. 1413 MORT. 1422.
Ref: M.I. i, 12/6; Eimer 28/16; Eisler I, 257/16a; Thompson 26/14

Henry VI (1422 - 61).

Obv: Bust of Henry VI HENRICUS. VI. D.G. ANG. FR. ET. HIB. REX.
Exergue: NAT. 1421. COR. 1422. MORT. 1471.
Rev: Statue of Time in niche of a temple holding a crown in one hand and manacles in the other, an allusion to the throne and prison he alternately occupied.
Signed: J.D.
Ref: M.I. i, 16/6; Eimer 28/17; Eisler I, 258/17; Thompson 27/15

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