Overlijden van Joan Derk van der Capellen tot den Pol
Medium
striking (metalworking)
Dimensions
17.76; 3.9
About this artwork
diameter 3,9 cm x gewicht 17,76 gr
Art Historical Context
This exquisite struck medal, titled *Overlijden van Joan Derk der Capellen tot den* (Death of Joan Derk van der Capellen tot den Pol was crafted by Dutch medalist Johannes Michiel Lan in 1784. Measuring just 3.9 cm in diameter and weighing 17.76 grams, it exemplifies the precision of 18th-century metalworking, where molten metal is struck under high pressure into detailed dies to create intricate reliefs. Such small-scale commemorative pieces were prized collectibles, blending artistry with historical documentation. The medal honors Joan Derk van der Capellen tot den Pol, a nobleman and leadi...