Bronzen penning in doos van Christophorus Henricus Didericus Buys Ballot, veertig jaar hoogleraar aan de universiteit van Utrecht 1887

Ludwig Jünger created this bronze commemorative medal of Christophorus Henricus Didericus Buys Ballot, a professor at the University of Utrecht. This medallion encapsulates the intersection of scientific achievement and societal recognition in the 19th century Netherlands. Buys Ballot was a celebrated figure, not just for his contributions to meteorology, but as a pillar of academic life. Jünger's work can be seen as part of a broader historical moment, where the rising status of science intertwined with expressions of national pride and identity. The very act of commemorating Buys Ballot with a medal speaks to the values placed on intellectual pursuit and public service. Jünger immortalizes Buys Ballot with meticulous detail. This is not just a portrait; it’s a statement about the man's place in society, a celebration of Dutch intellectual history.