Anglo Dutch War Collection

Admiral of the Fleet Edward Russell, 1st Earl of Orford
3585537 Admiral of the Fleet Edward Russell, 1st Earl of Orford; (add.info.: Admiral of the Fleet Edward Russell, 1st Earl of Orford, PC (1653 - 1727) was a Royal Navy officer

The Capture of Sint Eustatius took place in February 1781
3586518 The Capture of Sint Eustatius took place in February 1781; (add.info.: The Capture of Sint Eustatius took place in February 1781 during the 4th Anglo-Dutch War when British army)

Engel de Ruyter, Vice Admiral, c. 1670 (oil on canvas)
5916317 Engel de Ruyter, Vice Admiral, c.1670 (oil on canvas) by Lievens, Jan Andrea (1644-80); 152x126.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Battle of Lowestoft, June 3rd, 1665 (oil on canvas)
SGS106172 The Battle of Lowestoft, June 3rd, 1665 (oil on canvas) by Diest, Adriaen van (1655-1704); 103.5x181 cm; The Berger Collection at the Denver Art Museum

Willem Joseph Baron van Gendt, Vice Admiral, 1667-1702 (oil on canvas)
5673097 Willem Joseph Baron van Gendt, Vice Admiral, 1667-1702 (oil on canvas) by Baen, Jan de (1633-1702); 111x92.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Episode of the Four Days Battle, 1st-4th June 1666 (oil on canvas)
ZEN144104 Episode of the Four Days Battle, 1st-4th June 1666 (oil on canvas) by Storck, Abraham (1644-1708); Musee de la Marine, Paris, France; eJ.P. Zenobel; Dutch, out of copyright

Admiral Robert Blake engages Dutch warship in 1653, Anglo-Dutch Wars (colour litho)
3610856 Admiral Robert Blake engages Dutch warship in 1653, Anglo-Dutch Wars (colour litho) by British School, (17th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures; British, out of copyright

Maerten Harpertsz Tromp, Vice Admiral, 1640-53 (oil on canvas)
5916320 Maerten Harpertsz Tromp, Vice Admiral, 1640-53 (oil on canvas) by Lievens, Jan the Elder (1607-74); 132.3x101.4 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Surrender of the Royal Prince, 3rd June, 1666 (oil on canvas)
CH8187 The Surrender of the Royal Prince, 3rd June, 1666 (oil on canvas) by Velde, Willem van de, the Younger (1633-1707); Private Collection; (add.info)

Robert Holmes setting the Dutch Fleet on fire at Terschelling (engraving)
1577461 Robert Holmes setting the Dutch Fleet on fire at Terschelling (engraving) by Velde, Willem van de, the Elder (1611-93); (add.info)

Battle of Livorno, 1653-64 (oil on canvas)
1765804 Battle of Livorno, 1653-64 (oil on canvas) by Zeeman, Reinier (c.1623-68); 142 A-- 225 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Vice Admiral de Ruyter, 1656 (oil on canvas)
3087121 Vice Admiral de Ruyter, 1656 (oil on canvas) by Mander, Karel van III (1610-70); 145x109 cm; Skokloster Castle, Sweden; (add.info.: Michiel Adriaanszoon Reuter 1607-1676)

The Four Days Battle, c. 1670. Artist: Velde, Willem van de, the Younger (1633-1707)
The Four Days Battle, c. 1670. Private Collection

The Raid on the Medway, 1667. Artist: Soest, Pieter Cornelisz van (ca. 1600 / 20-1667)
The Raid on the Medway, 1667. Private Collection

Michiel de Ruyter, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825
KW310891 Michiel de Ruyter, from Crabbs Historical Dictionary, published 1825 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Announcement of the Peace of Breda in the Grote Markt, Haarlem, c. 1667 (oil on panel)
BAL74595 Announcement of the Peace of Breda in the Grote Markt, Haarlem, c.1667 (oil on panel) by Rombouts, Gillis (1630-78); 81.3x109.2 cm; Michaelis Collection, Cape Town

Battleship acquisition of a ship, 1652 (?), Reinier Nooms, 1652 - 1654

Text Journal in print Cromwell as tightrope walker, 1652, Anonymous, 1652

Battle of Livorno, 14th March 1653, an incident from the First Anglo-Dutch War, after 1653-60
XOS1216825 Battle of Livorno, 14th March 1653, an incident from the First Anglo-Dutch War, after 1653-60 (oil on canvas on panel) by Dutch School, (17th century); 114x216 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The Embarkation of Ruyter and William de Witt in 1667, 1850-51 (oil on panel)
XIR136402 The Embarkation of Ruyter and William de Witt in 1667, 1850-51 (oil on panel) by Isabey, Louis Eugene Gabriel (1803-86); Musee Naval, Toulon, France; French, out of copyright

FIRST ANGLO-DUTCH WAR, 1652. The Battle of the Kentish Knock between the Dutch Republic and England, fought 8 October 1652 in the North Sea during the First Anglo-Dutch War. Engraving, English, 1799

ANGLO-DUTCH WAR, 1653. The Battle of Scheveningen between the English Fleet under Admirals George Monck and and Robert Blake, and the Dutch fleet under Admiral Maarten Tromp, 31 July 1653

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"The Anglo-Dutch War: A Tale of Conflict and Conquest" Step into the world of the Anglo-Dutch War, a tumultuous period in history filled with intense naval battles, political intrigue, and heroic acts. Through captivating artworks such as "The Corpses of the De Witt Brothers" and "Engel de Ruyter, Vice Admiral, " we are transported back to this era. One painting that stands out is "The Battle of Lowestoft, " which depicts the fierce clash between English and Dutch forces on June 3rd, 1665. The canvas comes alive with billowing sails, roaring cannons, and brave sailors fighting for their nations' glory. In another artwork titled "Episode of the Four Days Battle, " we witness the relentless struggle endured from June 1st to 4th in 1666. This monumental battle showcases both sides' determination to secure victory at sea amidst turbulent waves and dark skies. Amongst these scenes of conflict are portraits capturing influential figures like Willem Joseph Baron van Gendt and Maerten Harpertsz Tromp. These vice admirals played crucial roles in shaping naval strategies during this war-ridden time. However, it was not only military leaders who left their mark on history but also politicians like Cornelis de Witt. As Burgomaster of Dordrecht and Lord Lieutenant of Putten, he navigated treacherous waters both on land and at sea while striving for his country's success. One pivotal event was captured in "The Surrender of the Royal Prince. " Painted with meticulous detail, it immortalizes a moment when an English ship succumbed to Dutch forces on June 3rd, 1666 – a significant blow that shifted power dynamics during this conflict. Amidst all these battleships engaged in combat lies Robert Holmes setting fire to the Dutch Fleet at Terschelling – an act that sent shockwaves through maritime warfare tactics forever. The Anglo-Dutch War was not limited to a single battle or engagement.