Erkenning van de onafhankelijkeid van het koninkrijk België door de XXIV Artikelen van de conferentie van Londen, ter ere van Leopold I, koning der Belgen 1831

This bronze medal was made to honor Leopold I, King of the Belgians, and the recognition of the independence of the kingdom of Belgium through the XXIV articles of the London conference. The medal's circular shape and material are significant, speaking to the historical context of its creation. Bronze, a durable and relatively inexpensive metal, suggests a desire for widespread commemoration. The medal was likely produced through industrial processes involving die-striking, resulting in crisp details and uniform production. The artistry involved skilled engraving to create a portrait of King Leopold I, as well as inscriptions. These skills, situated between craft and industrial production, would have been in high demand during a period of burgeoning nationalism and industrial growth. The medal's function as a commemorative object highlights the relationship between industrial production, political power, and the construction of national identity. It challenges traditional distinctions between art and craft.