Provinciaal Genootschap van Kunsten en Wetenschappen in Noord-Brabant 1839

This bronze medal, created by David van der Kellen in 1839, commemorates the Provinciaal Genootschap van Kunsten en Wetenschappen in Noord-Brabant. The obverse depicts a seated female figure, likely representing the province, holding a laurel wreath and a shield with a lion. The reverse features a wreath of oak leaves, a common symbol of strength and perseverance. The medal, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, exemplifies the Dutch medallic art of the 19th century, showcasing its historical and artistic significance.