Entry of His Majesty William III, King of Great Britain, etc., in Holland; or Detailed Descriptions of Everything Related to His Arrival and Sojourn in the Hague and Elsewhere, as Decorations of Honor Were Erected Everywhere (Komste van Zyne Majesteit Willem III, Koning van Groot Britanje, enz. in Holland; ofte Omstandelyke Beschrijving van Alles, Het Welke op des Zelfs Komste en Geduurende Zyn Verblyf, in 's-Graavenhaage en Elders, ten Teeken van Vreugde en Eere, is Opgerecht en Voorgevallen) by Romeyn de Hooghe

Entry of His Majesty William III, King of Great Britain, etc., in Holland; or Detailed Descriptions of Everything Related to His Arrival and Sojourn in the Hague and Elsewhere, as Decorations of Honor Were Erected Everywhere (Komste van Zyne Majesteit Willem III, Koning van Groot Britanje, enz. in Holland; ofte Omstandelyke Beschrijving van Alles, Het Welke op des Zelfs Komste en Geduurende Zyn Verblyf, in 's-Graavenhaage en Elders, ten Teeken van Vreugde en Eere, is Opgerecht en Voorgevallen) 1691

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This 1691 etching by Dutch artist Romeyn de Hooghe, titled "Entry of His Majesty William III, King of Great Britain, etc., in Holland," is a detailed and elaborate illustration of a historical event. The artwork depicts the arrival and welcome of William III in the Netherlands, capturing the grandeur and ceremony surrounding his visit. The intricate details of the etching, showcasing architectural features and a throng of people, highlight the significance of this moment in Dutch history. The Art Institute of Chicago houses this impressive piece, which provides a glimpse into the artistry and historical documentation prevalent in the late 17th century.

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