Isaak Johannes Dermout, dertig jaar secretaris van de Algemeene Synode der Nederduitsche Hervormde Kerk 1845

This bronze medal portrays Isaak Johannes Dermout and was crafted by Johannes Petrus Schouberg. The medal's circular form is a motif we see echoed through the ages, from ancient coins to Renaissance portrait medallions. The profile portrait presents Dermout in a classical style reminiscent of Roman portraiture, a symbol of authority. Yet, this echoes the countless effigies across time and space, each face gazing resolutely forward. This act of memorializing has deep roots in our collective consciousness. Consider how these images tap into primal needs – to remember, to honor, to ensure one's legacy. The Latin inscription, "Viro Nobilissimo," connects to ancient traditions of commemorating virtuous men. It is a non-linear, cyclical progression. The motif resurfaces, evolves, and takes on new meanings in different historical contexts.