Franse spotprent op de kroning van Willem III, 1689 1689

This anonymous French satirical print, created in 1689, offers a scathing commentary on the coronation of William III of England, the Dutch Prince of Orange. The artwork is a complex composition, with figures arranged in multiple tiers, and depicts a theatrical scene filled with symbolic imagery. The central figure, William III, is positioned at the apex of the composition, surrounded by allegorical figures and objects, some mocking his military prowess and his claim to the English throne. The artist utilizes a combination of exaggerated features and contrasting light and shadow to create a highly charged, dramatic scene that reflects the political climate of the time.