Bezoek van het Koninklijk Paar aan Friesland 1905 1905

This is a bronze medal commemorating the royal couple's visit to Friesland in September 1905, created by S.T. Doodkorte. Notice the radiant sun shining above the Frisian landscape. Sunlight as a symbol of royal power dates back to ancient times, evoking the sun god, a bringer of light, warmth, and life. This radiant motif is not unique; we can see this symbol in ancient Egyptian art, where the sun disc represents divine power. The rays of light signify the benevolent influence of the monarchy over the region. The sun, an ancient symbol, has been passed down, evolving to fit the context of royal visits. It speaks to a collective memory of rulers as sources of prosperity and order, engaging viewers on a subconscious level. The enduring motif of the radiant sun in this medal exemplifies how cultural symbols persist, resurface, and acquire new layers of meaning across history.