Wapen van Engeland, gedragen bij de verkiezing van Willem IV tot stadhouder, 1747 1747

This anonymous print depicts the coat of arms of William IV, Stadtholder of the Dutch Republic. This small, detailed etching, measuring only 44 by 45 millimeters, showcases a shield with the coat of arms, flanked by two lions, and topped by a crown. The print, dated 1747, is likely a commemorative piece celebrating William IV’s ascension to Stadtholder. The inscription below the image, written in Dutch, further connects the piece to the 1747 event. This historical etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the heraldry and symbolism used in 18th-century Dutch politics.