Openen van de rijschool te Utrecht 1705

This silver medal, created by Nicolas Chevalier in 1705, commemorates the opening of the riding school in Utrecht, Netherlands. The obverse features a depiction of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom and warfare, presiding over the school, which is represented as an elaborate building. The reverse displays a heraldic design with a central shield and a Latin inscription. This small-scale work of art, measuring only 5.2 cm in diameter, provides a glimpse into the history of the school and its importance in the city of Utrecht.