Victory of Man and Nature over the Powers of Destruction [obverse]
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bronze
Dimensions
overall (diameter): 7.3 cm (2 7/8 in.)
Classification
Sculpture
Department
CSD
Museum
National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Credit
Corcoran Collection (Gift through subscription to the Society of Medalists)
Accession Number
2015.19.3674.a
Art Historical Context
Created in 1940 by acclaimed American sculptor Walker Hancock, with striking execution by the Medallic Art, *Victory of Man and Nature the Powers of Destruction [obverse]* is a crafted bronze medal measuring 7.3 cm in diameter. As part of the prestigious Society of Medalists series, intimate sculpture exemplifies the revival of medallic art in the early 20th century, classical realism with modern themes. Hancock, known for his monumental public works and precise anatomical detail, captures a triumphant human figure intertwined with natural elements, symbolizing resilience against chaos. The m...