Tekenakademie Pictura te 's-Gravenhage Possibly 1808 - 1813

This silver medal, created by the artist Wilno, likely between 1808 and 1813, commemorates the "Tekenakademie Pictura te 's-Gravenhage", an art academy in The Hague. The obverse features a seated figure representing "Art" holding a wreath, symbolizing artistic achievement. The reverse displays a laurel wreath surrounding a crown and the letter "W," possibly signifying the academy's founder, Willem, or a prominent figure associated with it. The small size and intricate detail of the medal make it a fascinating example of Dutch medallic art from this period.