Scheepstimmerliedengilde van Amsterdam, gildepenning van Hendrick Basteiaenze de Voys 1700

This 1700 guild medallion, a small circular disc measuring 3.3 cm in diameter, is a fascinating example of early Dutch craftsmanship. Created by an anonymous artist, the medallion features an engraved ship on one side, likely symbolizing the maritime trade that was so central to Amsterdam's economy. The reverse side displays an inscription honoring Hendrick Basteiaenze de Voys, a prominent figure associated with the Scheepstimmerliedengilde van Amsterdam, the shipwrights' guild. The guild medallion served as a symbol of membership and a testament to the craftsmanship of its members.