Belgium – Gilt Bronze Plaquette 1946 – Frans Delporte, Professor of Gynaecology – by A. Bonnetain
Obverse:
Left-facing bust of Professor Frans Delporte in high relief, within a circular medallion framed by an arched rectangular border. Below, engraved in four lines:
FRANS DELPORTE / PROFESSEUR / DE GYNÉCOLOGIE / DE 1928 À 1946
Artist’s signature: A. Bonnetain (monogram at right of bust).
Reverse:
Plain.
Historical Context:
This plaquette was created in 1946 to commemorate the academic career of Frans Delporte, professor of gynaecology from 1928 to 1946. Designed by the French-born Belgian medallist Alphonse Bonnetain (1888–1967), the work reflects the tradition of academic tribute plaques in Belgium, often presented upon retirement to distinguished faculty.
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