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Matthias takes the oath as stadtholder in Brussels, 1578
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Matthias takes the oath as stadtholder in Brussels, 1578

Frans Hogenberg · 1588 · etching; hand coloring; paper

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

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Matthias takes the oath as Governor in Brussels, 1578. The Prince takes the oath from the Archduke with his hand raised on a book. Standing on a balcony between members of the States-General, soldiers below. Printed with a caption over the inscription.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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printWilliam I (Prince of Orange)Brussels
Credit lineMatthias legt te Brussel de eed als landvoogd af, 1578. 1588. Frans Hogenberg. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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