Op de demping van het aansprekersoproer te Amsterdam naar aanleiding van de keur op het begraven 1696

This silver medal, crafted by Reynier Arondeaux, commemorates the suppression of the undertakers' riot in Amsterdam. Observe Neptune, god of the sea, confidently riding the waves. His trident, a symbol of power and control over the aquatic realm, becomes in this context a representation of the city's authority reasserting order over the tumultuous uprising. This classical figure echoes through history, appearing in various guises across different eras, each time embodying dominion and command over primal forces. We see Neptune's recurring image, a testament to the enduring human need to personify and thus manage the chaos of the natural world. Consider how symbols like Neptune resonate with our collective memory, tapping into subconscious associations of power. These are not static emblems, but dynamic forces that evolve. This medal is a fascinating example of how symbols are continually reinterpreted and adapted to convey new layers of meaning.