Frederick Henry and Ernst Casimir of Nassau-Dietz at the Siege of ’s Hertogenbosch c. 1629 - 1635
pauwelsvanhillegaert
possibly oil pastel
oil painting
acrylic on canvas
coloured pencil
underpainting
painting painterly
animal drawing portrait
portrait drawing
watercolour illustration
watercolor
"Frederick Henry and Ernst Casimir of Nassau-Dietz at the Siege of ’s Hertogenbosch" is an oil painting by Pauwels van Hillegaert, created between 1629 and 1635. It depicts two prominent figures, Frederick Henry and Ernst Casimir, on horseback, overseeing the siege of ‘s-Hertogenbosch during the Eighty Years’ War. The painting’s realistic depiction of the battle scene and the prominent figures emphasizes the historical importance of the event. The composition, with the figures in the foreground and the city in the background, creates a sense of depth and scale. This painting is a prime example of Dutch Golden Age art, showcasing the era's interest in military and political themes. It is now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
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Prince Frederick Henry and his cousin Count Ernst Casimir pose triumphantly on their horses before ’s-Hertogenbosch. Frederick Henry points his commander’s staff at the Habsburg-occupied city now being stormed by Dutch forces. It was not for nothing that he was nicknamed ‘the conqueror of cities’. He captured a series of cites from the Spanish. The retaking of ‘s-Hertogenbosch in 1629 was one of the most important.
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