Allegory on the victory over Spain during the Battle of Nieuwpoort, 1600
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Allegory on the victory over Spain during the Battle of Nieuwpoort, July 2, 1600. Triumphal chariot with the Dutch Lion. In its claws, the spear with the liberty cap and the sword of defense. The chariot is driven by the personifications of Prudence (Prudentia) and Victory (Victoria); Victoria holds a spear with the arms of the conquered cities. In the back of the chariot, the sprouting orange tree with the arms of Prince Maurice. The chariot is drawn by the personification of Concord (Concordia). Vigilance (Vigilantia) walks beside it. At the front, attached to a chain, a group of prisoners including Francisco de Mendoza and the captured standards. In the sky, Fame (Fama) with two trumpets. Behind the chariot, musicians, members of the States-General, and the people. Centrally at the bottom, a cartouche with the dedication to Maurice. In the inscription, a verse of six columns in Latin.
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