Viering van de kroning van Willem III en Maria te Rotterdam, penning geslagen op last van het stadsbestuur van Rotterdam 1689
romeyndehooghe
#
natural stone pattern
#
3d sculpting
#
3d printed part
#
sculpture
#
detailed texture
#
sculptural image
#
unrealistic statue
#
3d shape
#
stoneware
#
sculpting
This silver medal, created by renowned Dutch artist Romeyn de Hooghe in 1689, commemorates the coronation of King William III and Queen Mary II in Rotterdam. The obverse depicts the city's coat of arms with a palm tree, a symbol of Rotterdam's resilience, while the reverse showcases the coronation scene, capturing the grandeur and significance of the event. This intricate medal, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies the detailed artistry of 17th-century medal making and serves as a historical testament to the coronation of the Dutch monarchs.
Comments
No comments
Be the first to comment and join the conversation on the ultimate creative platform.