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William IIIs Lowland Wars (oil on canvas) (see also 143658)
HLK143659 William IIIs Lowland Wars (oil on canvas) (see also 143658) by Hondecoeter, Melchior de (1636-95); By kind permission of the Earl of Leicester and the Trustees of the Holkham Estate; (add.info.: the birds and beasts stand for different countries that participated in these conflicts; goose symbolises England; cock stands for France; heron for the Netherlands; raven for Denmark; dragon for Turkey; brown eagle for Russia; William of Orange (1650-1702). Stadtholder of Holland 1672-1702, King of England, Scotland and Ireland 1689-1702; ); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23366800
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Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases "William IIIs Lowland Wars" a remarkable oil on canvas painting by Melchior de Hondecoeter. The artwork, also known as HLK143659, depicts a mesmerizing scene filled with symbolic birds and beasts representing different countries involved in these conflicts. The artist ingeniously personifies each nation through various avian creatures: the goose symbolizes England, the cock represents France, the heron stands for the Netherlands, the raven embodies Denmark, and the dragon signifies Turkey. Additionally, a brown eagle is used to represent Russia. At the center of this allegorical masterpiece stands William of Orange (1650-1702), who served as Stadtholder of Holland from 1672 to 1702 and later became King of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1689 until his death. His presence adds an air of authority amidst this chaotic clash between nations. Hondecoeter's meticulous attention to detail brings life to every feathered creature engaged in battle. The composition exudes tension and energy as these fighting birds confront one another fiercely in mid-flight. This historic painting serves not only as a visual representation of past conflicts but also as a testament to human nature's inclination towards conflict and confrontation. It invites viewers to reflect upon our shared history while marveling at Hondecoeter's skillful portrayal of this dramatic moment. With kind permission from the Earl of Leicester and Trustees of Holkham Estate, Fine Art Finder presents this stunning print that
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