France, 19th century
Galvano
H.: 69 ; W.: 43 cm
A ceremonial shield in repoussé copper decorated with a battle scene in a central medallion, punctuated by four oval medallions depicting allegories of war, victory, peace and thoughtfulness against a background of soldiers, trophies, mascarons, grotesque heads, fruit and snakes.
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