Portret van Willem II, koning der Nederlanden c. 1818 - 1845

This print, created by Henricus Leonardus van den Houten between 1818 and 1845, portrays Willem II, King of the Netherlands. The portrait, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, shows the King in a formal military uniform, his hand resting on a stone pillar. The composition and detail of the print reflects the popular style of portraiture in the 19th century, emphasizing the king's status and power. The print captures Willem II's likeness, a stark contrast to the more idealized, romanticized portraits of earlier centuries.