Aankomst van Maria de' Medici in Dordrecht 1639
anonymous
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mechanical pen drawing
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pen illustration
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pen sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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sketchwork
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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storyboard and sketchbook work
This anonymous engraving from 1639 depicts the arrival of Maria de' Medici in Dordrecht, a Dutch city known for its history of trade and shipping. The scene shows the Queen's ship and an accompanying fleet of vessels navigating the water, approaching a bustling cityscape filled with tall buildings and towers. This work is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection and offers insight into the ceremonial reception of a powerful figure in 17th-century Europe.
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