Aanbreken van een nieuw tijdperk, ter ere van Maria II Stuart, koningin van Engeland
Medium
striking (metalworking)
Dimensions
703; 5.7
About this artwork
diameter 5.7 cm x weight 703 gr
Art Historical Context
Welcome to our exhibit featuring *Aanbreken van een nieuw tijdperk, ter ere van Maria II Stuart koningin van Engeland ("Dawn of a New, in Honor of Mary II Stuart, Queen of"), a finely crafted medal struck by Dutch artist Reynier Aronde in 1693. just 5.7 cm in diameter and weighing a substantial 703 grams, this small yet weighty piece exemplifies the artistry of 17th-century metalworking, where intricate designs were hammered into metal using dies to create raised reliefs. Such medals were prized collectibles, blending sculpture and commemoration in a portable format. Created during the reign ...