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Matthias takes the oath as Governor-General in Brussels, 1578

Frans Hogenberg · 1578 - 1580 · etching; 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 raised hand, placing his hand on a book. Standing on a balcony between members of the States-General, soldiers below. With a 12-line inscription in German. Numbered: 14.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description

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print albumblad William I (Prince of Orange)Brussels

Credit lineMatthias legt te Brussel de eed als landvoogd af, 1578. 1578 - 1580. Frans Hogenberg. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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