Overlijden van Wilhelmina van Pruisen, weduwe van Willem V, prins van Oranje-Nassau 1820

Adriaan Bemme created this lead medal commemorating the death of Wilhelmina of Prussia. Wilhelmina, a figure of the Dutch Patriot movement, stood as a symbol of strength and resilience amidst political turbulence. The medal presents a portrait of Wilhelmina, encircled by text. Turn the medal, and you see an urn atop a plinth, flanked by mourning figures, a classical representation of grief. In a society undergoing significant political and social change, Wilhelmina's identity as a woman in power was both celebrated and scrutinized. The medal suggests how she navigated the complexities of her role, embodying both regal authority and personal sorrow. It serves as a poignant reminder of the individuals who shape history and the emotional landscapes they inhabit.