Portret van Willem V, prins van Oranje-Nassau 1775 - 1849

This anonymous 18th-century engraving, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Willem V, Prince of Orange-Nassau, in profile. The image captures Willem V in a formal portrait style, highlighting his status as the hereditary Stadholder of the Dutch Republic. The engraved lines create a detailed representation of his face and clothing, offering a glimpse into the fashion and social conventions of the time. The inscription below the portrait identifies the subject and provides his birth date.