MB109356 Aristophanes ancient Greek playwright bronze cast medallic sculpture by Belo 1967

MB109356 Aristophanes (446BC-£86BC) ancient Greek playwright called the Father of Comedy bronze cast medallic sculpture by Belo 1967.   An imagined portrait of the artist, with the customary laurel wreath around.

Issued by the Monnaie de Paris limited edition 4/75 approx. 160mm. oval shape.

Heavy! 1.6 kilos

Reverse:  Les Oiseaux – The Birds.  Belo’s playful interpretation of the title of Aristophanes’ famous satirical comedy,

A wonderfully sculptural piece.