William the Silent Abdicating the Sovereignty of Holland and Zeeland to His Son Maurice in 1584

Artist: Nicolaas Pieneman
Artwork: William the Silent Abdicating the Sovereignty of Holland and Zeeland to His Son Maurice in 1584
Description: This painting depicts a dramatic moment in Dutch history. In 1584, William the Silent, the Prince of Orange and the leader of the Dutch Revolt against Spanish rule, abdicated the sovereignty of Holland and Zeeland to his son Maurice. This painting captures the tension and emotion of the event, as William, surrounded by his family and advisors, makes the difficult decision to step down.
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