Netherlands. 1970–1985, Niel Steenbergen, Zware Bronzen Kunstpenning 579gr. (No reserve price)

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Bronze medallion by Niel Steenbergen (1911–1997), dating to 1970–1985, Netherlands, weight ca. 579 g, diameter ca. 10.5 cm, in excellent condition with deep bronze patina and light signs of aging, not certified.

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Heavy Bronze Art Medal – Niel Steenbergen (1911–1997) – Ø 10.5 cm
Description
An imposing and heavily cast bronze medal / plaque by the renowned Dutch sculptor and medalist Niel Steenbergen (1911–1997).

Steenbergen is known for his powerful, expressive reliefs with a recognizable, almost medieval form language. This medal, often referred to as the "Bronnen-penning" or "The gift is the foundation for friendship", shows on the front two stylized figures in historical attire jointly bearing two monumental buildings. Around runs the characteristic edge inscription:

"THE GIFT IS THE FOUNDATION FOR FRIENDSHIP".

The reverse features a sleek, modernist geometric logo (the stylized letter combination/logo) with the inscription JPA, indicating a commission issued by a construction or real estate company. The piece has a beautiful, well-aged dark brown patina with subtle greenish accents in the deeper areas.

A splendid sculptural collectible for lovers of postwar Dutch medal art, architectural history, and the oeuvre of Niel Steenbergen.

Specifications & Details
Artist / Medalist: Niel Steenbergen (1911–1997)

Material: Bronze, solid cast

Front: Two figures with facade models, edge inscription "The gift is the foundation for friendship"

Back: Geometric monogram/logo with JPA

Diameter: ca. 10.5 cm

Weight: ca. 579 g

Dating: Second half of the 20th century (ca. 1970–1985)

Condition: Excellent condition with original, deep bronze-colored patina and light signs of age in line with the age.

Heavy Bronze Art Medal – Niel Steenbergen (1911–1997) – Ø 10.5 cm
Description
An imposing and heavily cast bronze medal / plaque by the renowned Dutch sculptor and medalist Niel Steenbergen (1911–1997).

Steenbergen is known for his powerful, expressive reliefs with a recognizable, almost medieval form language. This medal, often referred to as the "Bronnen-penning" or "The gift is the foundation for friendship", shows on the front two stylized figures in historical attire jointly bearing two monumental buildings. Around runs the characteristic edge inscription:

"THE GIFT IS THE FOUNDATION FOR FRIENDSHIP".

The reverse features a sleek, modernist geometric logo (the stylized letter combination/logo) with the inscription JPA, indicating a commission issued by a construction or real estate company. The piece has a beautiful, well-aged dark brown patina with subtle greenish accents in the deeper areas.

A splendid sculptural collectible for lovers of postwar Dutch medal art, architectural history, and the oeuvre of Niel Steenbergen.

Specifications & Details
Artist / Medalist: Niel Steenbergen (1911–1997)

Material: Bronze, solid cast

Front: Two figures with facade models, edge inscription "The gift is the foundation for friendship"

Back: Geometric monogram/logo with JPA

Diameter: ca. 10.5 cm

Weight: ca. 579 g

Dating: Second half of the 20th century (ca. 1970–1985)

Condition: Excellent condition with original, deep bronze-colored patina and light signs of age in line with the age.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Country/province
Netherlands
Year/period and variation
1970–1985, Niel Steenbergen, Zware Bronzen Kunstpenning 579gr.
Condition
Ungraded
The NetherlandsVerified
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Objects sold
100%
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