Henry II, King of France (1547–59), and Catherine de Medici (1519–59)

Manufactory Cast after the original by the Paris Mint

16th and 20th century

Not on view

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Provenance

Title: Henry II, King of France (1547–59), and Catherine de Medici (1519–59)
Manufactory: Cast after the original by the Paris Mint (French, 864–present)
Date: 16th and 20th century
Culture: French, Paris
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: Diameter: 2 3/8 in. (60 mm)
Classification: Medals and Plaquettes-Reproductions
Credit Line: Gift of Louis S. Levy, 1950
Object Number: 50.194.33
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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