A Legacy Cast in Metal: The Life and Art of Jean Dassier Jean Dassier, born in the vibrant city of Geneva in 1676, was more than simply a medalist; he was a chronicler of his age, translating the faces and events of the Enlightenment into enduring forms. His life unfolded during a period of significant intellectual and artistic ferment, and Dassier’s work reflects both the refined sensibilities of the era and the growing importance of portraiture as a means of celebrating individual achievement and political power. He wasn't born into an established artistic dynasty, but rather cultivated h…