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Triumphal procession of William of Orange, plate a
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Triumphal procession of William of Orange, plate a

Cornelis van Kittensteyn · 1623 · engraving; paper

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

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Allegorical representation of the virtues of Prince William of Orange. A triumphal chariot carrying the prince drives under an arch of foliage, drawn by three elephants. The elephant with the personification of Faith; next to her other personifications of virtues. With explanation in Latin above the figures, Dutch translation below.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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printpropagandaprentWilliam I (Prince of Orange)Faith, 'Fides'trunked animals: elephant
Credit lineTriomftocht van Willem van Oranje, plaat a. 1623. Cornelis van Kittensteyn. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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