Grand Pensionary Collection

Anthonie van der Heim
3119027 Anthonie van der Heim; (add.info.: Portrait of Anthonie van der Heim (1693-1746) a Grand Pensionary of Holland. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Portrait of Pieter van Bleiswijk, 1787. Creator: Aert Schouman
Portrait of Pieter van Bleiswijk, 1787. Portrait of Pieter van Bleiswijk (1724-1790), grand pensionary of Holland

Adriaan Pauw, 1585-1653, c17th century. Creator: Anon
Adriaan Pauw, 1585-1653, c17th century

Grenadier of the Guard of his Exellence of the Grand Pensionary, 1806. Creator: Jan Antony Langendijk
Grenadier of the Guard of his Exellence of the Grand Pensionary, 1806

Grenadier Officer and the municipality of the Livonian Guard, 1806. Creator: Jan Antony Langendijk
Grenadier Officer and the municipality of the Livonian Guard of the Grand Pensionary of the Batavian Republic, 1806

Ratification of the Peace of Münster between Spain and the Dutch Republic in the Town...15 May 1648. Creator: Unknown
Ratification of the Peace of Munster between Spain and the Dutch Republic in the Town Hall of Munster, 15 May 1648, 1648-1670

Portrait of Gaspar Fagel, Grand Pensionary of Holland after 1672, 1672-1700. Other Title(s): In the background is the Meeting Hall of the States of Holland at the Binnenhof in The Hague "

Johan de Witt (1625-1672), Grand Pensionary of Holland, 1643-1700. Creator: Unknown
Johan de Witt (1625-1672), Grand Pensionary of Holland, 1643-1700

Adriaen Pauw, Lord of Heemstede, 1652. Creator: Cornelis de Visscher
Adriaen Pauw, Lord of Heemstede, 1652

Adriaan Pauw, 1585 - 1653. Grand Pensionary of Holland. The Grand Pensionary was the top Dutch official during the Dutch Republic

Portrait Johan de Witt 1625-72 Grand pensionary
Portrait of Johan de Witt (1625-72), Grand pensionary of Holland, Portrait of Johan de Witt, council pensioner of Holland

Portrait Johan de Witt Grand Pensionary Holland
Portrait of Johan de Witt, Grand Pensionary of Holland, Portrait of Johan de Witt (1625-72). Board pensioner. Bust in oval, to the left

Portrait Johan van Someren 1622-76 Grand Pensionary
Portrait of Johan van Someren (1622-76), Johan van Someren (1622-76). Grand Pensionary of Nijmegen, Portrait of Johan van Someren. Half-length, sitting at a table on which lies an open book

Portrait Adriaen Pauw Grand Pensionary Holland
Portrait of Adriaen Pauw, Grand Pensionary of Holland, Adriaen Pauw (1585-1653), Michel van Lochom (mentioned on object), Paris, 1635, paper, engraving, h 306 mm × w 201 mm

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A grand pensionary was a high-ranking official in the Dutch Republic during the 17th and 18th centuries. This prestigious position was held by influential statesmen who were responsible for overseeing foreign affairs, managing finances, and maintaining order within the government. The grand pensionary played a crucial role in shaping Dutch policy and diplomacy, often serving as a key advisor to the stadtholder or prince of Orange. Their leadership helped to navigate complex political landscapes and secure alliances with other European powers. With their expertise and diplomatic skills, grand pensionaries were instrumental in safeguarding the interests of the Dutch Republic and ensuring its continued prosperity.