Lot description:
Germany
Johann Philipp Franz of Schönborn, 1719-1724
AV-Medal (15 Ducats) 1719, AV 52.25 g. 49mm.
On his election as Prince-Bishop. Dies by Georg Wilhelm Vestner, Nürnberg. Bust right in richly decorated cloak, artist's signature VESTNER F on the arm, date as chronogram in the legend. Rev. Fountain in Baroque garden. Helmschrott 532; Bernheimer 153.
Extremely rare. Light scratch on reverse and some other very light marks. Virtually struck and lustrous
NGC MS 61 PL (2175206-002)
From the Würzburg collection, purchased from J. Schulman 16.6.1936.
Together with his brother and successor, Friedrich Karl, Johann Philipp Franz von Schönborn gave his name to the art-historical term 'Schönborn era', during which the prince-bishopric established itself as a centre of Baroque art and culture. Significant construction projects were undertaken, most notably the expansion of the residence, which earned Würzburg its reputation as one of the architectural jewels of the Baroque period.
Estimate: 25000 CHF |  |