Willem IV ingehaald te Amsterdam, 1747 1853 - 1861

This 19th-century print by an anonymous artist depicts the arrival of Willem IV, Stadtholder of Friesland, Groningen, Drenthe and Overijssel, in Amsterdam in 1747. It is part of a series of prints documenting important moments in Dutch history. The print shows Willem IV, his wife, and a large entourage being greeted by officials and soldiers on a pier. The scene is depicted in a realistic style with detailed attention to the clothing and architecture. The print is part of the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam and is a valuable historical document about the Dutch Stadtholders.