Stolpiaansch legaat 1753

This silver medal, created by Dutch medalist Johan George Holtzhey in 1753, is a fine example of commemorative medal art. Featuring allegorical figures, the medal commemorates the "Stolpiaansch legaat," a bequest by a man named Stolp. The artwork is currently held in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. The medal depicts a woman holding a scepter standing with a man on the obverse, while the reverse portrays a woman holding a telescope sitting with an orb and other symbols. The medal's small size (6.8 cm diameter) and intricate detail showcase Holtzhey's skill as a medalist.