Koninklijke Nederlandsche Zeil- en Roeivereniging te Amsterdam 1847
davidvander18041879kellen
rijksmuseum
metal, relief, bronze, sculpture
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portrait
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metal
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sculpture
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relief
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classical-realism
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bronze
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ancient
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sculpture
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ceramic
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history-painting
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academic-art
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statue
This bronze medal, created by David van der Kellen in 1847, commemorates the Royal Dutch Sailing and Rowing Association of Amsterdam. The obverse depicts Neptune, god of the sea, holding a trident and seated near a ship, emphasizing the nautical theme. The reverse features a stylized anchor entwined with a serpent, symbolizing the association's focus on sailing and rowing. The medal's intricate details and classic depiction of Neptune exemplify the artistry of 19th-century Dutch medallic art. This work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, represents a unique blend of classical mythology and Dutch maritime heritage.
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