Willem II monument op het Buitenhof in Den Haag c. 1854 - 1890
anonymous
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photo of handprinted image
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statue
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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photo restoration
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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19th century
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watercolour illustration
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watercolor
This anonymous photograph from the Rijksmuseum depicts the Willem II monument in The Hague, Netherlands, which was constructed between 1854 and 1890. The monument is a classic example of 19th-century sculpture, featuring an equestrian statue of the king surrounded by allegorical figures and a grand pedestal. The image captures the monument in its original location on the Buitenhof, a prominent public square in The Hague. This image serves as a historical record of a significant public monument, providing insight into the city's urban development and the public's respect for its rulers.
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