Vijfentwintigjarig bestaan van het muziekgezelschap "Overeenstemming uit Kunstgevoel" te Schiedam, ter ere van de directeur van het orkest, W. Hutschenruyter 1856

This bronze medal, created in 1864 by an anonymous artist, celebrates the 25th anniversary of the "Overeenstemming uit Kunstgevoel" music society in Schiedam. Note the radiant star above the instruments, a motif deeply rooted in iconographic tradition. The star, often symbolizing divine guidance or inspiration, casts its light upon the musical instruments, thus elevating the earthly practice of music to a spiritually enlightened endeavor. This motif, reminiscent of the Star of Bethlehem guiding the Magi, suggests that music, like faith, can lead to profound understanding and harmony. Consider how, even in secular contexts, symbols retain their power to evoke deep emotional responses, tapping into a collective subconscious. Here, the star invites us to contemplate music's transcendent qualities, its ability to resonate with our innermost selves and connect us to something greater than ourselves. These symbols persist, their meanings evolving, yet their emotional resonance enduring.