Artwork
Arrival of William of Orange in Rotterdam
Arrival of William of Orange in Rotterdam is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Simon de Vlieger. It dates from 1642 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.
About this work
Overview
Arrival of William of Orange in Rotterdam is a 1642 oil painting by Simon de Vlieger, a Dutch artist known for his marine works and other genres.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a vibrant harbor scene with numerous sailing ships, one of which is firing a cannon, suggesting a significant arrival or celebration, possibly that of William of Orange.
Technique & Style
De Vlieger employed soft, warm colors and glazing techniques to achieve a dreamy, luminous effect, capturing the interplay of light on clouds and water.
History & Provenance
Created during the Dutch Golden Age, the painting is now part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Simon de Vlieger (c. 1601 – buried 13 March 1653) was a Dutch painter, draughtsman and designer of tapestries, etchings, stained glass windows. While he is mainly known for his marine paintings, he also painted beach…
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