Maatschappij tot redding van drenkelingen, penning toegekend aan J.F. Zimmerman 1767 - 1797

This bronze medal, created by Johan George Holtzhey between 1767 and 1797, commemorates the Dutch Society for the Rescue of Drowning People. The obverse of the medal features a profile portrait of J.F. Zimmerman, a notable figure associated with the society, while the reverse showcases a detailed inscription in Dutch, highlighting the organization's mission to save lives. This small, yet significant artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates the Dutch society's commitment to humanitarian efforts in the 18th century.