Allegorie ter ere van Christina van Zweden 1650
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This 1650 engraving by Pieter Nolpe titled *Allegorie ter ere van Christina van Zweden* depicts the Swedish Queen Christina. The image features a rich and intricate allegory celebrating her achievements. The Queen is depicted with her royal insignia above a cart drawn by a winged horse, indicating her role as a powerful leader. The text panels surrounding her offer praise and tributes to her rule, emphasizing her strength and wisdom. This work is a testament to Nolpe's talent in creating striking imagery, highlighting the Queen's important contributions to history. The work is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum.
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