Vrede van Nijmegen by Johann Christoph Reteke

Vrede van Nijmegen 1679

johannchristophreteke

natural stone pattern

circular oval feature

decorative element

egg art

3d printed part

round design

3d shape

stoneware

ceramic

round circular shape

"Vrede van Nijmegen" is a commemorative medal designed by Johann Christoph Reteke in 1679. It is a small, circular medal measuring only 4 cm in diameter. The medal depicts a female figure, possibly representing peace, standing on a globe with various symbolic figures surrounding her. This medal was likely struck to celebrate the Peace of Nijmegen, a series of treaties signed in 1678 and 1679 that ended the Franco-Dutch War. The medal serves as a historical artifact and an example of the artistic practices of the late 17th century.