Society of Medalists Issue #89 – “Spring Wind – Autumn Wind” by Laszlo Ispanky (1974)
Bronze Medal with Original Box – Medallic Art Company
A graceful and lyrical medal from the prestigious Society of Medalists series. This is the 89th issue, released in April 1974, designed by Hungarian-American sculptor Laszlo Ispanky.
Design
The obverse features a semi-draped young woman seated with wind-blown hair, framed by a border of flowers. The legend to the left reads:
“SPRING WIND”
The reverse shows a shirtless youth viewed from behind, framed by a border of autumn leaves. The legend reads:
“AUTUMN WIND”
Signed with the artist’s monogram and dated 1974.
Struck in high relief by the Medallic Art Company of New York, the medal measures approximately 73 mm in diameter and displays a warm golden bronze finish with tan patina. This example comes with its original box.
Details
- Issue: Society of Medalists #89
- Year: 1974
- Sculptor: Laszlo Ispanky
- Manufacturer: Medallic Art Company (MaCo)
- Composition: Bronze
- Diameter: approx. 73 mm
- Includes original box
Ispanky described the medal as a meditation on the cycle of the seasons, which “represents life itself, weathering continuing changes from birth through maturity.” A beautiful, romantic work that celebrates youth and the passage of time, appealing to collectors of Society of Medalists issues and figurative medallic art.
Please examine the photographs carefully for the exact condition of the medal and box. The item pictured is the exact one you will receive.
