HERITAGE OFFERS ARCHITECTURAL MEDALS

 
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As our upcoming November 13th Spotlight Auction approaches, The Medals and Tokens World Coins Showcase #61328, we are thrilled to present a selection from Jacques Wiener, the renowned 19th-century Belgian medalist. A virtuoso in his field, Wiener's profound style has ensured a lasting numismatic legacy as his medals continue to grace prestigious collections worldwide.

Born in Belgium in 1815, Jacques Wiener hails from a distinguished line of artisans. His body of work, monumental in its detail and precise architecture, shook up the continental medallion scene. Famously known for his acclaimed Cathedral Series, Wiener rendered a realistic snapshot of grand cathedrals across Europe. The obverse features the front of the cathedral (or building), while the reverse consists of an eye-level view of the interior. The remarkable use of linear perspective within his interior architecture adds an astute illusion of depth, dynamism, and distance to flat bronze.

While Wiener's medallions are widely sought after by numismatic collectors, they are equally as attractive to connoisseurs of architectural design and European history. They are a tangible tribute to hundreds of years of culture, retelling tales of architectural elegance, forever frozen in aged patina.

 
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As we stand in keen anticipation of the Spotlight auction, we invite you to explore the artistic and historical narratives embedded within these medals. Let Wiener's remarkable craftsmanship take you on a time-transcending journey to the icons of European grandeur, where architectural artistry reigned supreme.

To read the complete lot descriptions, see:
https://coins.ha.com/c/search-results.zx?N=3184+792+4294933677&Nty=1&Ntk=SI_Titles-Desc&Ntt=Wiener

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