Koning Willem III bij een zitting van het Lagerhuis, 1689 1689
romeyndehooghe
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mechanical pen drawing
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pen illustration
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pen sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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sketchwork
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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storyboard and sketchbook work
This 1689 etching by Romeyn de Hooghe, titled "Koning Willem III bij een zitting van het Lagerhuis," depicts William III presiding over a meeting of the House of Commons in England. The detailed engraving showcases the grandeur of the event, with numerous figures and intricate architectural details, including the King’s throne, the packed audience, and the House of Commons’ seating layout. The etching, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a fascinating glimpse into the political and social life of 17th-century England.
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