Koninklijke Maatschappij van Vrije Kunsten te Brussel, ter ere van Willem I Frederik, koning der Nederlanden 1818 - 1824

This silver medal, created by Joseph-Pierre Braemt between 1818 and 1824, honors Willem I Frederik, King of the Netherlands. The obverse features a profile portrait of the king, while the reverse bears an inscription in Latin, "Societas Regia Bruxellensis Artiumi Liberalium Studiiosa," which translates to "Royal Society of Brussels, Studious of the Liberal Arts." This medal exemplifies the 19th-century tradition of commemorative medallic art, showcasing a significant historical figure and celebrating the patronage of the arts. The inscription highlights the importance of education and the liberal arts during this period.