712 - Unknown (18th century), William IV in armor, 1725, copper engraving

Unknown (18th century), William IV in armor, 1725, copper engraving Unknown (18th century): Willem IV in a heroic pose with armor and sword, 1725, copper engraving Technique: Copper engraving on paper Inscription: Lower center, inscribed on the printing plate: "WILLEM de IV." Upper right, numbered on the printing plate: "II. Deel Fol 328". Date: 1725 Description: Full-length portrait of William IV (1307–1345), Count of Holland and Hainaut, in armor with a cloak and a plumed helmet. He holds a sword and carries a general’s staff at his side, while a coat of arms rests on his shoulder. The background depicts a battle scene with horsemen and ships, alluding to his military exploits. The magnificent frame—printed separately—is adorned with armor, weapons, and vanitas symbols. Source: François Halma (1653–1722), *Tooneel der Vereenigde Nederlanden en onderhorige landschappen*, 1725 | Book, Science Keywords: William IV, 18th century, Baroque, Portraits, Netherlands, Size: Paper: 38.0 cm x 26.7 cm (15 x 10.5 in), Plate: 34.0 cm x 25.5 cm (13.4 x 10 in), Image: 33.3 cm x 24.2 cm (13.1 x 9.5 in) Condition: Good condition. Discolored due to age. With browned margins. Slight waviness in the paper, particularly in the upper margin. Crease and pinholes along the left edge of the sheet