Twee viooltjes met silhouetportretten van Willem V, prins van Oranje-Nassau, en Wilhelmina van Pruisen c. 1787
anonymous
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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blue ink drawing
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personal sketchbook
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coloured pencil
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sketchbook drawing
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watercolour illustration
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sketchbook art
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watercolor
This anonymous 18th-century print, “Twee viooltjes met silhouetportretten van Willem V, prins van Oranje-Nassau, en Wilhelmina van Pruisen,” features a delicate depiction of two pansies within a circular wreath. The image is likely a commemorative piece honoring Willem V, Prince of Orange-Nassau, and his wife Wilhelmina of Prussia. The work is notable for its simple yet elegant composition and the subtle use of color. Despite its small size, the print embodies the artistic sensibilities of the late 18th century, showcasing a preference for nature-inspired motifs and refined aesthetics. It currently resides in the Rijksmuseum.
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