Hollandse Maagd en vijf prinsen van Oranje 1664

This anonymous Dutch engraving from 1664, titled "Hollandse Maagd en vijf prinsen van Oranje," depicts a central female figure, likely representing Holland, surrounded by five princes of the House of Orange. The princes, each wielding a weapon, are surrounded by a decorative border with military accoutrements, including a helmet and swords. The work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a significant example of Dutch graphic art from the 17th century, celebrating the legacy of the House of Orange and its role in Dutch history. This print likely functioned as a visual propaganda piece, extolling the virtues of the Orange dynasty and their contributions to the Dutch Republic.