Portret van Willem II, prins van Oranje, op 15-jarige leeftijd by Cornelis van Dalen I

Portret van Willem II, prins van Oranje, op 15-jarige leeftijd c. 1642 - 1665

pencil drawn

toned paper

facial expression drawing

pencil sketch

old engraving style

caricature

portrait reference

pencil drawing

portrait drawing

pencil work

This etching, titled "Portret van Willem II, prins van Oranje, op 15-jarige leeftijd," was created by Dutch artist Cornelis van Dalen I between 1642 and 1665. The artwork depicts Willem II, Prince of Orange, at the age of 15, and is housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The etching captures the youthful Prince in a formal portrait style common during the 17th century, showcasing him in an elaborate outfit and a feathered hat. This piece offers a glimpse into the life of a young and important figure in Dutch history and showcases the skill of Cornelis van Dalen I as an engraver, a form of printmaking that was popular during this period.