Johann Carl Hedlinger
Swiss artist
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contribution to medallic art
- In medal: The Baroque period
The Swiss Johann Carl Hedlinger (1691–1771) was trained in Paris, became court medalist in Stockholm, and produced numerous historical medals on commission. His portraits are the most elegant and individualistic effigies of the 18th century. The European medal was dominated by the court style of Versailles. The…
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