Wapenbord van Prins Maurits met het devies van de Engelse orde van de Kouseband by Anonymous

Wapenbord van Prins Maurits met het devies van de Engelse orde van de Kouseband 1613 - 1617

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This 17th-century shield, created by an anonymous artist, is a depiction of the coat of arms of Prince Maurits. The artwork is composed of a shield with a crown, a belt, and a circular inscription in Latin. The shield displays the quartered coat of arms of the Prince. The inscription in Latin translates to “With honor, not by force.” The artwork is on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. This piece provides insight into the heraldic traditions of the Netherlands during the Dutch Golden Age.