Overlijden van Cornelis van Bommel
1852
Medium
striking (metalworking)
Dimensions
7.5; 179.23
About this artwork
diameter 7,5 cm x gewicht 179,23 gr
Art Historical Context
Behold the poignant *Overlijden van Cornelis Bommel* (Death of Cornelis van Bom), a finely crafted medal struck by Belgian artist Jacob Wiener in 2. Measuring just 7.5 cm in diameter and weighing .23 grams, this metalwork exemplifies the 19th-century tradition of commemorative medallions, which served as portable tributes to notable figures and events. Wiener, a skilled engraver known for his detailed portraiture, captures a moment of historical reverence in this compact yet substantial piece. The title honors Cornelis van Bommel, a prominent Dutch politician and advocate whose passing likely...
About the Artist
Jacob Wiener · 1815–1899
Jacob Wiener (1815–1899), also known as Jacques Wiener, was a Belgian medallist and engraver of exceptional skill whose work left an indelible mark on 19th-century European numismatic art. Born on February 27, 1815, in Hoerstgen (in present-day Germany), Wiener would become one of Belgium's most distinguished engravers, contributing significantly to the young nation's cultural identity through his...