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The murder of William the Silent
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The murder of William the Silent

Richard Henkel · 1850 - 1899 · wood engraving; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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The murder of Prince William of Orange. The shot prince has collapsed on the stairs. Louise de Coligny and family members rush over in shock. Printed on the back with text in German.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Subjects
printhistorieprentBalthasar GerardsLouise de ColignyWilliam I (Prince of Orange)attempt, political murderPrinsenhof (Delft)Moord op Willem van Oranje
Credit lineDe moord op Willem de Zwijger. 1850 - 1899. Richard Henkel. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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