Portret van Willem IV, prins van Oranje-Nassau by Jean Henri van Schawberg

Portret van Willem IV, prins van Oranje-Nassau 1747 - 1799

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mechanical pen drawing

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This engraving, created by Jean Henri van Schawberg between 1747 and 1799, depicts Willem IV, Prince of Orange-Nassau, in profile. The portrait is framed by a decorative oval and surrounded by the Prince's coat of arms, including a lion holding a shield, signifying his status and lineage. The inscription at the bottom identifies Willem IV as "Prince of Orange and Nassau, Stadtholder, Captain and Admiral, General of the United Netherlands." The engraving is a testament to van Schawberg's skill in capturing the dignity and authority of his subject, and is a valuable historical artifact for its depiction of a prominent figure in Dutch history.