Vlaggen van de marine van de Bataafse Republiek, 1796 1796

"Vlaggen van de marine van de Bataafse Republiek, 1796," a watercolor by Hendrik Roosing, depicts the flags of the Batavian Republic's navy in 1796. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases four flags: the "Vlag," "Wimpel," "Gou" and "Standaard." Each flag features a distinctive design, including the iconic tricolor of the Batavian Republic with the addition of a lion and a woman holding a spear. This artwork is a testament to the history of the Batavian Republic and the naval power it represented. It is a meticulous depiction of the flags that served as symbols of national pride and maritime authority during a significant period in Dutch history.