Kroning van Frans I tot Duits keizer by Martin Holtzhey

Kroning van Frans I tot Duits keizer 1745

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portrait

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medal

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baroque

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relief

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history-painting

This silver medal, created by Martin Holtzhey in 1745, commemorates the coronation of Francis I as Holy Roman Emperor. The obverse features a bust of the emperor in profile, while the reverse depicts the coronation ceremony. The inscription on the medal reads "Resperit Deus Germaniam Ad Felicatam," which translates to "God looks favorably upon Germany for its happiness." This medal is a testament to the artistry of Holtzhey, a renowned medallist of the 18th century, and serves as a historical record of a significant moment in European history.

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