Portret van Willem IV, prins van Oranje-Nassau 1747

This engraved portrait of Willem IV, Prince of Orange-Nassau, was created by an anonymous artist in 1747. It depicts the prince in profile, with a regal bearing and intricate details of his clothing and facial features. The portrait is framed by a circular border containing a long, descriptive inscription in Dutch, highlighting his various titles and accomplishments as Stadtholder of the Netherlands. Below, a coat of arms and an inscription in Dutch and Latin celebrate his role in protecting the Dutch provinces during a time of European turmoil. The use of engraving techniques, a popular artistic medium of the time, contributes to the artwork's overall sharpness and detail.