Schuttersfeest van de handboogschutterij der Societeit de Unie te 's-Hertogenbosch 1844 - 1846

This medal, whose creation is attributed to J. Everts, captures a 'Schuttersfeest', a traditional shooting festival. The medal's circular form, divided into two distinct sides, presents a study in contrasts. One side depicts an archer in a natural setting, the scene framed by an inscription around the edge. The composition here is dynamic, with the archer poised in action, suggesting movement and engagement with the surrounding space. The opposite side offers a stark contrast, presenting a textual inscription encircled by a wreath, evoking a sense of commemoration and order. The medal's monochrome palette underscores its structural elements, emphasizing form and texture over color. This deliberate choice directs our attention to the craftsmanship and the interplay of positive and negative space, highlighting the medal's function not merely as a commemorative object, but as a structured representation of cultural values and historical memory.