Paul Manship, Aries, from the Zodiac Series, 1946, bronze, 6 in. (15.3 cm) diam., Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of George and Susan Gurney in memory of Aly and Bruce Moore, 2011.38.1
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Artwork Details
- Title
- Aries, from the Zodiac Series
- Artist
- Date
- 1946
- Location
- Not on view
- Dimensions
- 6 in. (15.3 cm) diam.
- Credit Line
- Gift of George and Susan Gurney in memory of Aly and Bruce Moore
- Mediums
- Mediums Description
- bronze
- Classifications
- Object Number
- 2011.38.1
Artwork Description
Paul Manship created twelve zodiac medals in 1946, one for each astrological sign. Aries displays the attribute of the ram, depicted pictorially and as a symbol. The medals in the Zodiac series are known as deep dishes or ashtray medals, a rare form highly sought after by collectors.