Bericht van intekening voor de kalligrafie van het lied 'Wien Neêrlands Bloed' bij het vijfentwintigjarige regeringsjubileum van koning Willem I, 1838 1838

This is a notice of subscription for a calligraphic work by Willem Charles Magnenat, made in 1838. It commemorates the 25th anniversary of King Willem I's reign and is currently held in the Rijksmuseum. The document reveals the important social function of art in 19th-century Netherlands. At this time, art served to promote national unity. The calligraphy itself is a demonstration of Dutch artistic skill, preserving the reputation of Dutch calligraphy. Note how the text emphasizes the patriotic nature of the artwork, reflecting a desire to solidify national identity under King Willem I. Consider how the institutional context of the 'Akademie van beeldende kunsten' – the Academy of Visual Arts – and the 'Oude mannenhuis' - the old men's house - shaped the production and reception of art. Historians can use subscription lists, archival records from art academies, and studies of Dutch nationalism to understand the artwork's full significance within its specific time and place.