Uitleg bij de prent met de twaalf gedenkpenningen op Willem IV, 1747-1752 1752 - 1753

Theodorus Crajenschot’s “Uitleg bij de prent met de twaalf gedenkpenningen op Willem IV, 1747-1752” is a 1752-1753 engraving that celebrates the life and legacy of William IV, Prince of Orange. The piece is a detailed account of William’s accomplishments, specifically his leadership during a time of war and his contributions to the Dutch republic. The engraving is housed in the Rijksmuseum and showcases a style and subject matter typical of 18th-century Dutch art, where historical figures and events were often depicted in intricate and illustrative detail.