Driehonderdjarige herdenking van de geboorte van Rembrandt van Rijn 1906

This bronze medal, created by Johannes Albertus Adolf Gerritsen in 1906, commemorates the 300th anniversary of Rembrandt van Rijn's birth. The obverse features a detailed portrait of Rembrandt, while the reverse depicts a female figure holding a torch and laurel wreath, representing posterity and the lasting legacy of the renowned Dutch painter. The inscription "Posteritas" on the reverse further emphasizes this theme of enduring fame. This small yet intricate piece of commemorative art serves as a testament to Rembrandt's enduring impact on art history.