Portret van Willem I, prins van Oranje 18th century

This anonymous engraving from the 18th century depicts Willem I, Prince of Orange, in a roundel at the top of the composition. This format was common for portraiture, especially in the form of commemorative prints. Willem I’s face is rendered in great detail, including his beard and mustache, which reflect the fashion of the period. His dress is also a key indicator of his social standing and the historical context of the artwork. The lower portion of the engraving depicts a scene of figures within an architectural framework, perhaps alluding to an event in Willem’s life or a symbolic representation of his power. This small engraving captures the essence of a key historical figure within a miniature frame, making it a unique and insightful artifact of 18th-century printmaking.