RecordMedal (Reverse), commemorating Sir Walter Scott< 1 of 1 > Back
Medal (Reverse), commemorating Sir Walter ScottThis is the reverse of a bronze medal commemorating Sir Walter Scott. The medal was designed by A.J. Stothart and produced in London in 1827 by S. Parker. The reverse depicts a female figure leaning against a pillar on top of which is a banner inscribed, 'To great men'. Influential throughout Europe and America, Scott is known as the father of the historical novel. Born in Edinburgh in 1771, he trained as a lawyer but was drawn to writing. His first major publication was 'The Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border' in 1802-3. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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