Begin van het Congres van Wenen, ter herordening van Europa 1814

This 1814 bronze medal by Johann Jakob Lauer commemorates the Congress of Vienna, a pivotal event in European history. The medal depicts a group of prominent figures engaged in discussion, symbolizing the negotiations that took place during the Congress. On the reverse side, the medal showcases a city skyline with a winged figure symbolizing peace offering an olive branch. The medal, a small-scale work measuring 3.3 cm in diameter, captures the significance of the event and the hope for a lasting peace in Europe after the Napoleonic Wars. The medal is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Congress of Vienna and its lasting impact on the European political landscape.