Portret van Willem II, koning der Nederlanden 1815 - 1826

"Portret van Willem II, koning der Nederlanden" is an 1815-1826 engraving by Pieter van der Meulen, depicting Willem II, King of the Netherlands. The artwork is a complex composition, featuring Willem II in a central oval portrait surrounded by other figures and symbols, including a depiction of the Battle of Waterloo and coats of arms. Van der Meulen's work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, uses a detailed and precise style to showcase the king’s regality and military prowess, making this a classic example of portraiture during the 19th century.