Netherlands 1860 Death of E.W. van Dam van Isselt – Medal by Wiener ZF+

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Netherlands – 1860 – Death of E.W. van Dam van Isselt – Medal by Jacob Wiener

Obverse: Bust of E.W. van Dam van Isselt, half-left, in classical drapery. Signature WIENER F. in the exergue.

Reverse: Inscription in six lines: HULDE AAN DE NAGEDACHTENIS VAN E.W. VAN DAM VAN ISSELT. GEBORNEN TE BREDA 20 FEBRUARIJ 1796 – OVERLEDEN TE GELDERMALSEN 9 FEBRUARIJ 1860. Below: MOED – VADERLANDSLIEFDE – GENIE ("Courage – Patriotism – Genius"). At the bottom, associative symbols: coat of arms, lyre, book inscribed Poëzie, sword, and branches of laurel and oak.

Historical context:
Ewoud Willem van Dam van Isselt (1796–1860) was a Dutch poet, officer, and politician. He took part in the Ten Days’ Campaign (1831) during the Belgian Revolt and became known for his courage and patriotism. Alongside his military career, he gained recognition as a poet and writer, with works often reflecting national pride and Christian conviction. After his death in Geldermalsen in 1860, he was commemorated with this medal, designed by the renowned medallist Jacob Wiener. The reverse highlights his significance in both literature and public life, combining symbols of military service and poetry. The medal is catalogued in Dirks (no. 822), Bax (no. 108), and Kreeft (no. 44).

References: Dirks 822; Bax 108; Kreeft 44

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