Antique Swiss Portrait Medallion Plaque of General Guillaume Henri Dufour

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A refined antique wall plaque honoring Guillaume Henri Dufour, one of Switzerland’s most distinguished military figures of the 19th century.

… Read more A refined antique wall plaque honoring Guillaume Henri Dufour, one of Switzerland’s most distinguished military figures of the 19th century.

This striking composition features three profile medallions set against a black velvet ground and protected beneath glass, all housed within a beaded metal frame and suspended by its original chain. The arrangement—one larger medallion above two—creates a balanced, almost heraldic presentation.

Dufour, a Swiss army officer who served during the era of Napoleon I, held the title of General four times and remains a central figure in Swiss military and civic history. These portrait medallions capture his likeness in classical profile, lending the piece both historical and decorative presence.

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-Antique Swiss General Dufour wall plaque with three portrait medallions
-One upper bronze-tone medallion; two lower gilt-tone medallions
-Medallions mounted on black velvet and protected under glass
-Beaded metal frame with hanging chain
-Wooden backing
-Top medallion inscribed: “Le Général Dufour Commandant en Chef L’Armée Fédérale”
-Lower medallions each read: “Général Dufour”
-Approximate Dimensions: 6.25"L (w/chain) x 3.75"W See less