Vijftigjarig bestaan Militaire Willemsorde, 1865 1865
willemcharlesmagnenat
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medal
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comic strip sketch
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quirky illustration
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shading to add clarity
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old engraving style
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cartoon sketch
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personal sketchbook
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ink drawing experimentation
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
This print by Willem Charles Magnenat commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Military William Order, a Dutch military honor established in 1815. The artwork features portraits of six prominent individuals, including King William I, and depicts a crown resting on a cross with the Order's motto inscribed on a ribbon. The image includes a scene with a burning scroll and a lion, symbolizing the courage and sacrifice of the Order's recipients. This print exemplifies the style of commemorative art popular in the 19th century, highlighting the historical significance of the Military William Order.
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