Antoine de Locquenghien, zesentwintigste intendant van de vaart van Brussel 1634

This 17th-century bronze medal, created by an anonymous artist in 1634, depicts Antoine de Locquenghien, the 26th intendant of the Brussels canal. The obverse features a stylized stork, a symbol of the canal's significance as a waterway for trade and transportation. The reverse displays a monogram and inscription, likely referencing de Locquenghien's role and the year of the medal's creation. This small, intricately detailed medal is a testament to the importance of canal maintenance and the legacy of de Locquenghien's service.