Die for Corcoran Gallery of Art Drawing Medal [reverse]
n.d.
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lead
Dimensions
overall (diameter): 5.08 cm (2 in.)
Classification
Sculpture
Department
CSD
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Corcoran Collection (Museum Purchase)
Accession Number
2015.19.3975.b
Art Historical Context
Henry Mitchell's *Die for Corcoran of Art Drawing Medal []* is a finely crafted lead die, measuring just 2 inches in diameter, designed as part of an award medal for the esteemed Corcoran Gallery of in Washington, D.C Created around the late 19th early 20th century (date not specified), this piece served as the mold for striking the reverse side of medals presented to promising student artists in the Corcor drawing competitions. The Corcoran, founded in 1869 by banker William Wilson Corcoran, was a hub for American art education and exhibitions, fostering talents through its school and annual ...