Overlijden van Anna van Croy 1660

This silver medal commemorating the death of Anna van Croy was made by Johann Höhn. One side displays a crowned shield surrounded by laurel wreaths, symbols laden with significance. The shield, emblematic of lineage and noble heritage, is bisected into a series of horizontal bars, next to a heraldic lion. This lion echoes through history, finding its roots in ancient Mesopotamian imagery and resurfacing during the medieval period as a symbol of courage, nobility, and royalty. The laurel wreath framing the shield speaks to a more universal longing for recognition and immortality, echoing ancient Greek traditions where wreaths were awarded to victors, poets, and heroes. Its cyclical form reminds us of life's continuous rhythm and its ability to resurface in various forms, continually adapting to new cultural contexts. Observe how these symbols converge here, not merely as static emblems, but as dynamic expressions of cultural memory, evoking sentiments of honor, legacy, and an enduring human connection.