A Collection of Historical and Art Medals

France, 1942. Jean Charcot, an octagonal bronze medal by R. Grégoire, bust in cap three-quarters left, reverse his ship, the Pourquoi pas?, flanked by a puffin and two penguins, 56mm (CGMP p.196). An interesting and lively portrait piece, extremely fine (£60-80)

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Collection of Historical and Art Medals.

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Dr. Jean Charcot (1867-1936), polar explorer