Portrait of Willem III, Prince of Orange, King of England and Stadtholder

Description

This striking painting is a portrait of a ruler lit only by the flame of a candle. The candle has a symbolic meaning. It serves others with its light, while burning itself out. In other words, self-denial is a noble virtue. William wears a suit of armour with an ermine cloak around his neck as a sign of royalty.

Portrait of Willem III, Prince of Orange, King of England and Stadtholder

c. 1692 - c. 1697

Accession Number

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Medium

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Dimensions

height 76.5 cm x width 65 cm

Classification

Painting

Museum

Rijksmuseum

Amsterdam, Netherlands

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