John Flamstead

Portrait medallion depicting John Flamstead. A replica of an ivory medallion by David le Marchand in resin. Modelled in high relief, in profile with a long curling wig and gown flowing over the shoulders in gathers. It is fixed to a clear perspex mount.

Object Details

ID: OBJ0552
Type: Portrait medallion
Display location: Not on display
Events: Founding of the Royal Observatory, 1675
Date made: 1975
People: Marchand, David Le; Flamsteed, Reverend John
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 115 mm x 95 mm x 30 mm