Keeshondje, draagteken ter ere van Hendrik Danielsz. Hooft, burgemeester van Amsterdam 1787

This silver medal, created in 1787 by an unknown artist, is a commemorative piece honoring Hendrik Danielsz. Hooft, a mayor of Amsterdam. The obverse features a bust of Hooft in a powdered wig and a robe, while the reverse depicts a Keeshondje dog, a breed known for its loyalty, standing on a base adorned with a stylized horn, likely symbolic of the city’s coat of arms. This small, yet detailed, medal is a fascinating example of 18th-century Dutch commemorative art, showcasing both portraiture and symbolism to celebrate a significant figure in Amsterdam’s history.