Stamboom van het Huis Nassau, blad D 1612 - 1619
anonymous
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table
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old engraving style
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hand drawn type
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personal sketchbook
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sketchwork
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hand drawn
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pen-ink sketch
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pen work
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sketchbook drawing
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sketchbook art
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initial sketch
This intricate genealogical chart, "Stamboom van het Huis Nassau, blad D," created by an anonymous artist between 1612 and 1619, details the lineage of the House of Nassau. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, features a complex network of branches and circles, each representing a member of the family and their coat of arms. The detailed inscriptions provide biographical information about each individual, offering a fascinating glimpse into the history and interconnectedness of the powerful Nassau family. This chart is a significant example of historical documentation through art, showcasing the importance of lineage and family in the 17th century.
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