Ontzet van Coni, ter ere van Willem III, leider van het congres van 's-Gravenhage 1691

This bronze medal, crafted by Jan Luder, commemorates Willem III and the Congress of The Hague. The medal's circular form divides into two distinct yet unified fields, each presenting a study in relief. On one side, the high relief of Willem III’s profile dominates. The intricate detailing of his hair and attire captures a sense of regal formality. The inscription that traces the circumference functions as both frame and text. Flipping to the other side, we see a triumvirate of figures, their garments draped in classical fashion, posed in the midst of what appears to be a binding agreement. The flags in the background suggest nations or entities brought together. The composition conveys a sense of collective resolve. The materiality of the bronze, its patina and substantial weight, emphasizes the medal's function as both historical record and object of power. This medal remains an open text, inviting ongoing dialogue about its layered meanings and historical significance.