Midland Utilities Medal

Anthony de Francisci, Midland Utilities Medal, 1928, cast lead, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Anthony de Francisci, 1966.51.49
Copied Anthony de Francisci, Midland Utilities Medal, 1928, cast lead, 2 12 in. (6.4 cm) diam., Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Anthony de Francisci, 1966.51.49

Artwork Details

Title
Midland Utilities Medal
Date
1928
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
2 12 in. (6.4 cm) diam.
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Anthony de Francisci
Mediums
Mediums Description
cast lead
Classifications
Keywords
  • Figure group — male — nude
  • Allegory — arts and sciences — industry
Object Number
1966.51.49

Artwork Description

Anthony de Francisci designed a medal for the Midland Utilities Company to commemorate employees who had saved lives. In this cast lead artist’s sample the nude figures evoke the vulnerability of those who worked on behalf of others, often in dangerous weather conditions.