Inname van Dinant en Huy door de Fransen 1699 - 1703

This bronze medal, created by Jean Mauger between 1699 and 1703, depicts the capture of Dinant and Huy by the French. The obverse features a bust of Louis XIV, King of France, while the reverse shows a scene of the siege, with a soldier standing over a defeated enemy. The medal is a small, intricate work of art that commemorates a significant historical event. It is a prime example of the use of medals as propaganda during the 17th century, celebrating the military victories of Louis XIV.