Trouw zweren aan de stadhouder te Veere, 1787 1789
mathiasdesallieth
rijksmuseum
print, engraving
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neoclacissism
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cityscape
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history-painting
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engraving
"Trouw zweren aan de stadhouder te Veere, 1787" is an engraving by Dutch artist Mathias de Sallieth, created in 1789. This detailed scene captures the swearing of allegiance to the Stadholder in Veere, Netherlands. De Sallieth's depiction of the event, which took place in 1787, showcases a large gathering of individuals in front of the town hall, with a clock tower dominating the composition. This artwork provides a glimpse into Dutch history and the civic rituals of the time, highlighting the role of the Stadholder and the importance of oaths in 18th-century society. The engraving is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.
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