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Prince of Orange William III, 1687 (mezzotint)
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Prince of Orange William III, 1687 (mezzotint)
8914667 Prince of Orange William III, 1687 (mezzotint) by Schenk, Pieter (1660-1718/19); Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek, Vienna, Austria; (add.info.: William III, Prince of Orange, King of England, half length, en face from the left, with full-bottomed wig, in ancient suit of armour, commander cape with agraffe clasp at the rightist scapular, in oval, across with Latin. Seneca quote rewrite, underneath of the characterization his Latinized first name Gulielmus with epithet ornans Magnus, after it one of four lines Dutch eulogy by Ludwig Smids, M. D., right at the bottom title of the mezzotint artist and publisher, as well as of a printing privilege of the level of Holland and West Frisia. mezzotint by Pieter Kr?0200069n the self-publishing company, Amsterdam, 1687); -NB-Bildarchiv / picturedesk.com
Media ID 38702646
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17th Centuries Dutch Netherlands Hollander Hollanders Netherland Netherlands Holland Dutch The Netherland
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Step into the 17th century with this exquisite mezzotint print of Prince of Orange William III, created in 1687 by Pieter Schenk. The portrait depicts the prince in full regalia, donning a suit of armor and commander's cape, exuding an air of authority and majesty. The intricate details of his wig and ornate armor are rendered with remarkable precision, while the Latin quote from Seneca adds a touch of intellectual gravitas to the image.
This stunning print is not only a testament to Schenk's skill as an artist but also a window into the world of 17th-century European royalty. William III was King of England from 1689 until his death in 1702, and this portrait offers a glimpse into his life as a military leader and statesman.
The use of mezzotint technique creates a richly textured surface that invites close examination, drawing the viewer into the world depicted within. This image is sure to delight art lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
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