Funeral of Duke of Montebello. 1810.
1800 · Gilt bronze, struck
Diameter: 2 11/16 in. (6.8 cm)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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André Galle
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André Galle was a French engraver and medallist. In 1829, he patented a type of roller chain, known as a leaf chain, which is still used for low-speed, heavy duty applications. It was not put into production during his lifetime.
Source: Smithsonian Institution · Trust score: 90% · Updated 1mo ago
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