ITALY. Genova. Repubblica, 1528-1805. Medal 1797 (Silver, 42 mm, 28.31 g, 12 h), on the Ligurian Academy of Fine Arts in Genoa. By G. Vassallo, Genova (Genoa). REDEUNT SATURNIA - REGNA / ANNO • MDCCXCVII / XVII • KAL • JUL • Seated allegorical city goddess of Genoa to left, fasces with coat of arms and Phrygian cap. Rev. ET • VETERES • REVOCAVIT • ARTES / ACADEM • LIGUSTICA / MDCCLVII Winged genius standing to left with a painter's palette in his left hand, bust of Janus on a pedestal. Very rare and beautifully toned. Some marks and edge faults, otherwise, very fine.


The Accademia Ligustica di Belle Arti is a historic art academy founded in 1751 in Genoa. Established to promote the study and practice of painting, sculpture, and architecture, it has played an important role in the cultural life of the region for centuries. Today the academy houses a notable gallery featuring works from the Renaissance to modern times, making it both an educational institution and a significant center for artistic heritage.