The Night Watch by Rembrandt van Rijn 1873
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This silver medal, created by Dutch artist Moses de Vries in 1873, commemorates the famous painting "The Night Watch" by Rembrandt van Rijn. The medal features a profile portrait of Rembrandt on one side, and a depiction of the iconic painting on the other. The medal is a testament to the enduring legacy of Rembrandt and his masterpiece. This small, detailed work, with its historical significance and artistic merit, is an excellent example of 19th-century commemorative medals. It is a valuable piece for collectors interested in Dutch art and history.
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Rembrandt van Rijn is regarded as the Netherlands’ most important painter. Medals relating to him have been made time and again, often when his year of birth or death is commemorated. Throughout his life the sculptor Piet Esser (1914-2004) was fascinated by Rembrandt, in particular the artist’s head. He made numerous portrait medals, each one different, modelling them by hand, after which he fired them in clay or had them cast in bronze.
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