Portret van Willem II, koning der Nederlanden 1816

This engraving by Jacob Ernst Marcus, a prominent Dutch artist of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, depicts Willem Frederik George Lodewijk, the Prince of Orange-Nassau, in an oval frame against a textured background. Created in 1816, the portrait showcases the Prince in formal attire, highlighting his status and authority. The detailed etching, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, reflects the meticulous techniques of portraiture prevalent during the period, and provides a glimpse into the visual culture of the time.