Triumphal arch erected in celebration of the entry of King William III by Jan van den Aveelen

Triumphal arch erected in celebration of the entry of King William III 1691

drawing, print, architecture

drawing

natural stone pattern

aged paper

toned paper

print

traditional architecture

tile art

unrealistic statue

carved into stone

arch

natural palette

pencil art

watercolor

architecture

building

This etching by Jan van den Aveelen, dated 1691, depicts the triumphal arch erected to celebrate the entry of King William III into the Hague. The piece, part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, captures the grandeur of the temporary structure in detail. The arch's design, incorporating classical elements, speaks to the Dutch Republic's evolving architectural taste. The inscription and its translation highlight the political context of the event and William’s status as King of England, Scotland, and Ireland. This artwork is a valuable historical document, providing insight into a momentous occasion in Dutch history.