Penning ter ere van Jan van Speijk, 1831 by Daniël (I) Veelwaard

Penning ter ere van Jan van Speijk, 1831 1831

pencil drawn

toned paper

light pencil work

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

sketchbook art

This 1831 engraving by Daniël Veelwaard depicts two sides of a commemorative medal honoring Jan van Speijk. The obverse features a female figure symbolizing Holland holding a shield and the inscription "De onvervreemd'd'heid is zijn doel". The reverse displays a laurel wreath with the inscription "Jan Fabr. Joseph. van Speijk Handelsknecht der Nederlandsche Vlag. 5. Februari MDCCCXXXI". This piece serves as a testament to Van Speijk's heroic sacrifice in defending the Dutch flag during a naval battle against the Belgians. The medal's imagery and inscription immortalize his legacy and dedication to the Netherlands.