These images show the two sides of a custom-designed art medal or commemorative coin created by the German artist Peter Jente.
Based in Füssen (near the famous Neuschwanstein Castle), Jente is known for his whimsical, detailed illustrations that often blend historical aesthetics with surreal or modern elements.
The Front (Obverse)
* Inscriptions: "PACO & RABAN" and "TRAVELTORTOURS".
* Imagery: It depicts two figures dressed in 18th-century attire (reminiscent of explorers or mountain guides) carrying modern equipment like a drone and a camera.
* The Dogs: They are accompanied by three Dachshunds (Dackels), a classic German breed.
* Theme: This side appears to be a playful tribute to a specific group or journey—likely "Paco and Raban"—mixing the "Golden Age of Discovery" with contemporary travel tech.
The Back (Reverse)
* Inscriptions: "ATELIER PETER JENTE" and "EIN WOLKENKUCKUCKSHEIM DES KÜNSTLER PETER JENTE" (A Cloud-Cuckoo-Land of the Artist Peter Jente).
* Imagery: A highly detailed "Cloud-Cuckoo-Land"—a metaphorical city in the clouds. This is a recurring theme in Jente's work, often inspired by the romantic and "fairytale" atmosphere of the Allgäu region where he lives.
* Specs: It is marked "1 OZ" and "EPLUS," suggesting it may be plated in gold or made of a specific alloy, though these are typically sold as art pieces rather than legal tender.
Peter Jente is often called a "modern-day court painter" because his style mirrors the intricate detail found in the era of King Ludwig II.
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