Portret van Willem I, prins van Oranje c. 1636 - 1679

This engraving by Hendrick Goltzius, dated c. 1636-1679, depicts Willem I, Prince of Orange, in an oval frame. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is surrounded by a decorative border with allegorical figures, including a woman representing Fortune and a skeleton representing Death. Goltzius was a renowned Dutch printmaker known for his intricate detail and masterful use of light and shadow. His engraving of Willem I is a striking example of his skill, highlighting the prince's regal bearing and emphasizing themes of mortality and earthly power.