Zeiltocht van Willem V en Wilhelmina van Pruisen op het IJ, 1768 1769 - 1773
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"Zeiltocht van Willem V en Wilhelmina van Pruisen op het IJ, 1768" is an etching by Simon Fokke depicting a scene of the Dutch Stadtholder Willem V and his wife Wilhelmina of Prussia, sailing on the IJ in Amsterdam. The image was created in 1769-1773 and is currently located in the Rijksmuseum. The etching shows a large number of ships on the IJ, along with a windmill and a group of people gathered on the waterfront. The scene is detailed and filled with intricate details, capturing the lively and eventful nature of the occasion. The etching provides a glimpse into the maritime activities and celebrations that took place in Amsterdam during the 18th century.
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