Portret van Willem I, prins van Oranje c. 1748

This etching, titled "Portret van Willem I, prins van Oranje," by Dutch artist Pieter Tanjé, depicts William the Silent, Prince of Orange, in a formal portrait. The etching is characterized by its detailed rendering of the sitter, his clothing, and the surrounding objects. The inscription around the oval frame, "Willem de I. Prins van Oranje," identifies the subject and his title. A coat of arms, an impressive helmet and other accoutrements surrounding the portrait frame allude to William's status and power. The piece is held in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and was created in 1748.