Voltooiing van het gevangenhuis te Gent, begonnen onder Maria Theresia 1826

This silver medal, created by Joseph-Pierre Braemt in 1826, commemorates the completion of the Ghent Prison, a project begun under the reign of Maria Theresa. The front of the medal depicts an aerial view of the building, highlighting its architectural design. The inscription on the back provides details about the construction and the date of completion. The medal serves as a historical artifact documenting the architectural achievement of the Ghent Prison, reflecting the artistic and social values of the period.