Duitse spotpenning het bombarderen van Franse kuststeden 1694 1694

This small, lead medal by Christian Wermuth commemorates the 1694 bombardment of French coastal towns by the Dutch. The obverse depicts a scene of the bombardment, while the reverse features a personification of victory, holding a laurel wreath and standing over a defeated French soldier. The medal is a powerful example of how art was used to promote national pride and commemorate military achievements. It is a small yet significant artwork that provides insight into the history of the Franco-Dutch War.