Willem Frederik George Lodewijk
Medium
striking (metalworking)
Dimensions
0.85; 1; 0.8
About this artwork
Schenking van mevrouw J.M. van Gelder-Nijhoff
Art Historical Context
Behold this exquisite miniature medal, *Willem Frederik George Lodewijk*, crafted in 1816 by the Dutch metalworker Pierre Wautier de Goor. Measuring just 1 cm in length, 0.8 cm in width, and a mere 0.85 grams, this tiny struck piece exemplifies the precision of early 19th-century metalworking techniques. Striking, a process involving hammered dies to imprint designs on thin metal blanks, allowed for intricate details in even the smallest formats, making such objects both portable treasures and symbols of prestige. The title honors Willem Frederik George Lodewijk, better known as Prince Willia...