The February Flood of 1825 by G.F. Sartorius jr.

The February Flood of 1825 1825

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"The February Flood of 1825" is a silver medal by G.F. Sartorius jr. commemorating the devastating floods that hit the Netherlands in 1825. The medal depicts a scene of the flood on one side and on the other a winged figure representing the Netherlands mourning the disaster. This small medal is a powerful reminder of the vulnerability of nature and the importance of human resilience. The medal is a valuable historical artifact, capturing a significant event in Dutch history and showcasing the skill of the artist in creating detailed relief work on a small scale.

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rijksmuseum over 1 year ago

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Flood Disaster Medals. Much of the Netherlands lies below sea level. The threat of flooding is thus ever-present. Dikes, dams and polders were created to control the water. Still, these safety measures sometimes failed. Each century witnessed disastrous floods, with levees breaching and the countryside being inundated. The North Sea Flood of 1953 led to the construction of the Delta Works. Thanks to this major intervention the country has since remained dry.