Bust of William of Orange by Hendrick de (I) Keyser

Bust of William of Orange before 1621

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portrait head and shoulder

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mid-section and head portrait

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This bronze bust of William of Orange, created by Hendrick de Keyser before 1621, is a striking example of Dutch Renaissance portraiture. It depicts William in a finely detailed, slightly idealized likeness, wearing a high-collared ruff and armor, highlighting his power and authority. The sculpture, currently located in the Rijksmuseum, showcases de Keyser's masterful rendering of both realistic detail and classical aesthetics, making it a significant piece in the history of Dutch art.

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William of Orange is murdered in 1584. Philip II ordered this assassination, but he does not regain his country. In 1588 the northern part of the Netherlands officially becomes a republic. Orange is considered the Father of the Fatherland. This bust of William is based on the portrait on his tomb in the Nieuwe Kerk in Delft, a monument that was constructed 35 years after his death.