Portret van Willem II
Benoit Taurel
1840 - 1849
Medium
steel engraving
Dimensions
452; 320
About this artwork
check stamp: ‘François Buffa & Fils’
Art Historical Context
"Portret van Willem II is a striking steel engraving by Benoit Taurel, created between 1840 and1849, capturing the likeness of King William II of the Netherlands during his reign. William II, who ascended the throne in 1840, ruled amid a period of political tension, including liberal reforms and the aftermath of the Belgian Revolution. This portrait likely served as a commemorative piece, reflecting the era's fascination with royal imagery to foster national identity and loyalty. Crafted as a steel engraving measuring 452mm high by 320mm wide, the work exemplifies a pivotal 19th-century print...