Description: Chicago Century of Progress Exposition Emil Zettler Bronze Medal, 1933 Cast on one side with a male figure with outstretched arms, standing on two outcroppings labeled 1833 and 1933, respectively. To his left, branch with leaves above "RESEARCH"; to his right, rectilinear design above "INDUSTRY"; signed at right, ERZ. On the other side, an aerial view of the fair grounds with "1933 - A - CENTURY - OF - PROGRESS - INTERNATIONAL - EXPOSITION - CHICAGO" and signed at lef "ZETTLER". No markings around the edge: Artist Emil Zettlersaid in the brochure that accompanied the medal: "The youthful figure of strength, energy, and action represents the intellectual arch between nature's resources and man's work. From research and invention have come the great achievements of the century, 1833-1933. The extended arms of the figure praise the work of Science and Industry and their great benefits to humanity." This souvenir medal has a stunning mix of art deco and machine age styling. Diameter is 2 7/8". Condition is good with light wear and tarnish. Payment due within three days of your winning bid/purchase. Thanks for looking and please check out our other medal listings.
Price: 125 USD
Location: Weston, Connecticut
End Time: 2024-12-19T12:24:26.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
Product Images
Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Circulated/Uncirculated: Circulated
Type: Medal
Composition: Bronze
By: Emil Zettler
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Modified Item: No
Diameter: 76 mm
