The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of July 10, 2026

A circular bronze medal depicts three military commanders in relief. The central figure faces forward, flanked by two others in profile. Below them, raised text commemorates the heroes of Verdun in Roman numerals. Laurel branches frame the lower half, meeting at two small medals at the base. The medal exhibits a warm brown patina with darker shadows defining the recessed details of the uniforms and foliage.

Medal (reverse)

1919

Charles Philippe Germain Aristide Pillet

(French, 1869–1960)
France, 20th century
bronze
Diameter: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.)
Gift of Lawrence Hitchcock 1919.887.b
Location: Not on view
  • Mr. Lawrence Hitchcock, Cleveland.
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Source URL:

https://www.clevelandart.org/art/1919.887.b