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Allegorical triumphant entry of Frederick Henry, 1629
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Allegorical triumphant entry of Frederick Henry, 1629

Daniël van den Bremden · 1630 · engraving; paper

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Allegory in honor of the conquests of 's-Hertogenbosch and Wesel by Frederick Henry in 1629. Triumphal procession with the Stadtholder in a chariot drawn by Faith (Fides), the horses accompanied by the virtues Hope (Spes), Justice (Justitia), Strength (Fortitudo), Love (Charitas), Temperance (Temperantia) and Prudence (Prudentia). To the left of the chariot Love for the Fatherland (Amor Patriae), Piety (Pietas) and Liberty (Libertas). Defeated Spaniards walk out in front of the chariot, behind the chariot mourning Catholics. In the sky Fame (Fama) and angels. In the foreground two angels with a cartouche with the dedication to the States-General. Below the depiction 4 verses of 8 lines each in Dutch.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineAllegorische triomfantelijke intocht van Frederik Hendrik, 1629. 1630. Daniël van den Bremden. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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