Zeventigste verjaardag van Jan Bronner oud-hoogleraar beeldhouwkunst te Amsterdam 1952 1952

This bronze medal, celebrating Jan Bronner's 70th birthday, was made in 1952 by Vincent Pieter Semeyn Esser. It's interesting how a single color, bronze, can create such a range of tones and textures. The process of making a medal like this is all about layering and carving away at the material. Look at the way the light catches the high points of Bronner's face and the folds of his clothing. You can almost feel the artist's hand at work, shaping the metal with precision and care. The details around the edge, the inscription, add another layer of complexity. It's not just about likeness; it's about honoring a life of work. There’s something about these kinds of commemorative objects that reminds me of the work of Felix Vallotton; a quiet intensity. Art is always in conversation, a back and forth through time.