Lot 1078
China-Republic. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Medallion Plaque. Ca. 1925. Embossed silver, 95 grams. Overall size, 99mm x 121mm (3 7/8" x 4 3/3"), with a 77.5mm central circle portraying a masterful half length bust of Dr. Sun in western civilian clothes, suit, vest, tie and hat. The powerful portrait is rendered with great sensitivity, and though regretfully unsigned, was obviously created by an artist of great talent. The plaque was at one time likely mounted in a frame with the center roundel displayed behind a protective matte. Lightly toned, and of the greatest rarity. Choice Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $2,000 - UP
Sun Yat-sen (born November 12, 1866, died March 12, 1925) Chinese revolutionary and political leader known as the Father of Modern China, had an important role in the fall of the Ching Dynasty, that ended Chinese Empire in 1911 and the birth of the Republic of China.
Ex Goldberg Sale 47, May 25, 2008, lot 2419.
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