Artefact
Artefact
Credit Line
collection of the Mackelvie Trust Board, Auckland, 1885, (691), on loan to Auckland War Memorial Museum, 1932.233, 18033.21,
Collection
Primary Maker
Place
Date
1864
Associated Notes
John Bacon (1740-1799) was a monumental sculptor of high repute. His work included a statue of Samuel Johnson.
Associated Person
Associated Place
Associated Date
1864
Period
Signature/marks
I. BACON R.A. 1740-1799 (legend)
J.S. WYON SC. (medallist's name)
SAMUEL JOHNSON / ART UNION OF LONDON 1864 (legend)
BACON SC. (medal inscription)
J.S. WYON F. (medallist's name)
Media
Measurement Description
55mm diameter
Measurement Reading
Subject Category
Classification
Last Update
15 May 2023
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