Oranje-lint met wapen van Willem V c. 1750 - 1799

This anonymous 18th-century woven fabric piece, "Oranje-lint met wapen van Willem V," features the coat of arms of Willem V, the last stadholder of the Dutch Republic. The piece, which is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, showcases the intricate detail of woven tapestry using a combination of blue, gold, and brown thread. This ribbon-like artifact, made of silk, likely functioned as a decorative element for clothing or interior design, reflecting the importance of national symbols in Dutch society during the period of Willem V's rule.