Keeshondje, draagteken ter ere van Hendrik Danielsz. Hooft, burgemeester van Amsterdam 1788

This small, silver medal, made in 1788, depicts a portrait of Hendrik Danielsz. Hooft, the mayor of Amsterdam, on one side and a Keeshond dog on the other. It is a commemorative piece, highlighting the Dutch tradition of celebrating individuals with decorative objects. The inscription on the reverse side translates to “By the time, not for the time”. It is a beautiful example of Dutch medallic art, and a rare artifact from the late 18th century. The medal is currently located in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.