Vijftigjarig huwelijk van Henry Levyssohn en Elizabeth Lavino

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Schenking van mevrouw J.M. van Gelder-Nijhoff

Art Historical Context

Behold the exquisite *Vijftigjarig huwelijk van Henry Levys en Elizabeth Lavino*50th Wedding Anniversary of Henry Levyssohn Elizabeth Lavino), a medal crafted in 1842 by renowned medalist Jacob Wiener. just 3.9 cm in diameter yet weighing a substantial 317 grams, this intimate metalwork celebrates a golden milestone in the lives of this couple, likely from a prominent Dutch Jewish family, marking their half-century of marriage since around 1792. Such commemorative pieces were cherished 19th-century keepsakes, blending personal sentiment with public artistry. Wiener, a master of the medal genr...

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...