The Silich Collection of Historical and Art Medals (Part I)

BELGIUM, Exposition Internationale, Brussels, 1897, a bronze award medal by J. Lagae for Wolfers Frès, Belgica standing facing, wearing flared head-dress, embracing figures representing Industry and the Arts, rev. crowned arms with supporters, un-named, 70mm, 158.71g (ANS Exh. Cat. 1910, p.175; BM Acq. 1978-82, p.16, 79; Wurzb. 1027; BDM III, 267-8; cf. DNW 187, 763). Very fine £25-£35

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Silich Collection of Historical and Art Medals.

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bt Simmons, February 2002

The exposition, held on two sites - the Jubelpark and in the suburb of Tervuren - opened on 10 May and closed on 8 November 1897. It featured exhibits from 27 countries and was attended by over 7 million people.