Veldtochten van Johan Georg III, keurvorst van Saksen aan Rijn en Donau 1688

Philipp Heinrich Müller’s 1688 silver medal, “Veldtochten van Johan Georg III, keurvorst van Saksen aan Rijn en Donau,” is a fine example of Baroque medallic art. The obverse features a profile portrait of Johan Georg III, Elector of Saxony, in armor, while the reverse depicts a scene of battle. The medal is inscribed with Latin text which likely refers to the campaigns of Johan Georg III, who was active in the military during the late 17th century. The medal’s small size of 5 cm in diameter makes it a delicate and intricate work of art, showcasing the skill of the medalist.