Portret van Willem van Oranje 1683 - 1783

This anonymous red chalk drawing, titled "Portret van Willem van Oranje," depicts Willem van Oranje, the founder of the Dutch Republic, in a half-length portrait. Dated between 1683 and 1783, the drawing is a small-scale work, measuring just 67 mm in height and 58 mm in width. Currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, the drawing showcases a detailed rendering of van Oranje's facial features, attire, and the surrounding environment, including the decorative drapery behind him.