Baron Henri Leys

Medalist: Leopold Wiener Belgian

19th century

Not on view

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Title: Baron Henri Leys
Artist: Medalist: Leopold Wiener (Belgian, Venlo 1823–1891 Brussels)
Date: 19th century
Culture: Belgian
Medium: Silver, gilt brass frame
Dimensions: Diameter: 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm)
Classification: Medals and Plaquettes
Credit Line: Gift of Belgian Government, 1876
Object Number: 76.6
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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