Prins Willem V biedt de Nederlandsche Maagd zijn diensten aan 1782

Jacobus Buys’s “Prins Willem V biedt de Nederlandsche Maagd zijn diensten aan” is a 1782 etching. The artwork depicts Prince Willem V of Orange offering his services to the Dutch Maiden, symbolizing the Netherlands. In the image, Willem is seen in a formal military attire, offering his services to the maiden who is depicted as a warrior with a lion at her feet. Ships are in the background signifying maritime power. This etching is a powerful visual representation of Dutch politics and national identity in the late 18th century, highlighting the role of the Prince and the Dutch Maiden in the struggle for independence.