Portret van Willem I, prins van Oranje 1786

This 1786 engraving by Dutch artist Jan Punt depicts Willem I, Prince of Orange. The portrait is an example of an engraved portrait, a popular art form in the 17th and 18th centuries. Willem I is shown in a simple, yet dignified pose. His face is rendered in detail, and the inscription at the bottom provides biographical details, such as his titles and date of death. This engraving highlights Punt's skill as a portrait artist and captures the solemn presence of the important historical figure. The artwork, now in the Rijksmuseum, is a valuable historical and artistic document.