The Opening of the New Council Chamber of the Guildhall, London, October 2, 1884

Medalist: Joseph Shepherd Wyon British

Medalist: Alfred Benjamin Wyon British

1884

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Title: The Opening of the New Council Chamber of the Guildhall, London, October 2, 1884
Artist: Medalist: Joseph Shepherd Wyon (British, London 1836–1873 Winchester)
Artist: Medalist: Alfred Benjamin Wyon (British, London 1837–1884)
Date: 1884
Culture: British
Medium: Bronze, struck
Dimensions: Diameter: 3 in. (7.6 cm)
Classification: Medals and Plaquettes
Credit Line: Gift of the Corporation of the City of London, 1908
Object Number: 08.53.19
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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