Dutch Navy Collection

Presentation of the Lombok Cross by Queen Wilhelmina...The Hague, 6 July 1895, (1895)
Presentation of the Lombok Cross by Queen Wilhelmina on the Malieveld in The Hague, 6 July 1895, (1895). The Lombok Cross is a military award established to commemorate service in the 1894 Dutch

Cornelis Maartenszoon Tromp, after an engraving by Lambert Visscher from a painting by
5892366 Cornelis Maartenszoon Tromp, after an engraving by Lambert Visscher from a painting by Ferdinand Bol (engraving) by Bol, Ferdinand (1616-80) (after); Private Collection; Dutch

Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange, workshop of Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt, c
1765802 Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange, workshop of Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt, c.1632 (oil on canvas) by Miereveld, Michiel Jansz

A Chapter on Figurehead Lore (engraving)
1047297 A Chapter on Figurehead Lore (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Chapter on Figurehead Lore)

Cornelis Maartenszoon Tromp, 1629 - 1691. Lieutenant Admiral General of the Dutch navy and, briefly, Admiral General of the Danish navy

A multi-national naval force navigates the waters of the Caribbean Sea
Caribbean Sea, September 14, 2009 - A multi-national naval force, including the San Antonio class-amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD-19), USS Doyle (FFG-39), USCGC Mohawk (WMEC-913)

The Battle of La Hogue, c. 1778 (oil on canvas)
XOS1765347 The Battle of La Hogue, c.1778 (oil on canvas) by West, Benjamin (1738-1820); 152.7x214 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: In 1692)

Michiel de Ruyter as Lieutenant-Admiral, 1667 (oil on canvas)
XOS1109236 Michiel de Ruyter as Lieutenant-Admiral, 1667 (oil on canvas) by Bol, Ferdinand (1616-80); 157x138 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright

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Amidst the vast expanse of the Caribbean Sea, a multi-national naval force sails boldly, their figureheads proudly displayed. One such iconic figurehead represents Cornelis Maartenszoon Tromp, Lieutenant Admiral General of the Dutch navy and, briefly, Admiral General of the Danish navy. Depicted in an engraving by Lambert Visscher from a painting by Ferdinand Bol, Tromp's fierce determination is evident. Another esteemed Dutch naval hero, Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange, is immortalized in a workshop painting by Michiel Jansz van Mierevelt. The Prince, a key figure in the Dutch Republic's maritime history, gazes out with unwavering resolve. Figureheads, like these, were more than just decorative elements. They served as symbols of protection, inspiring courage and strength to the sailors manning the ships. The Battle of La Hogue, a pivotal moment in Dutch naval history, is captured in an oil painting. The fierce engagement, circa 1778, showcases the skill and tenacity of the Dutch fleet. Michiel de Ruyter, a legendary Dutch admiral, is depicted as Lieutenant-Admiral in another oil painting. His unyielding spirit and strategic prowess were instrumental in the Dutch Republic's naval dominance during the late 17th century.