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William Wissing Collection

William Wissing was a talented Dutch portrait artist who rose to fame in the late 17th century

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: James II, 1935

James II, 1935. King James II of England and VII of Scotland (1633-1701) became King of England, King of Scots, and King of Ireland from 6 February 1685

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Portrait of William III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange, 1680-1710. Creator: Willem Wissing

Portrait of William III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange, 1680-1710. Creator: Willem Wissing
Portrait of William III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange, 1680-1710

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Portrait of William III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange, 1680-1710. Creator: Willem Wissing

Portrait of William III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange, 1680-1710. Creator: Willem Wissing
Portrait of William III (1650-1702), Prince of Orange, 1680-1710

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: William III (of Orange), (c1911). Creator: Unknown

William III (of Orange), (c1911). Creator: Unknown
William III (of Orange), (c1911). King William III of Great Britain and Ireland. From a painting by Jan Wyck. In the National Portrait Gallery'

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Laurence Hyde, Earl of Rochester; Obit 1711, 1815. Creator: Robert Dunkarton

Laurence Hyde, Earl of Rochester; Obit 1711, 1815. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Laurence Hyde, Earl of Rochester; Obit 1711, 1815. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of the reign

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: George Fitzroy, Duke of Northumberland, son of Charles II and Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland, 1815

George Fitzroy, Duke of Northumberland, son of Charles II and Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland, 1815
George Fitzroy, Duke of Northumberland, natural son of Charles II and Barbara, Duchess of Cleveland'. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Elizabeth Countess of Kildare, The Lady Elizabeth Jones, 1814. Creator: Robert Dunkarton

Elizabeth Countess of Kildare, The Lady Elizabeth Jones, 1814. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Elizabeth Countess of Kildare, The Lady Elizabeth Jones, 1814. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry the Eighth to the end of

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Isabella, Duchess of Grafton, laterly Countess of Arlington; Obit 1722, 1814

Isabella, Duchess of Grafton, laterly Countess of Arlington; Obit 1722, 1814. Creator: Robert Dunkarton
Isabella, Duchess of Grafton, laterly Countess of Arlington; Obit 1722, 1814. From From "Portraits of characters illustrious in British History from the beginning of the reign of Henry

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Portrait of Emilia Butler, Countess of Ossory, Anglo-Dutch courtier to King Charles III

Portrait of Emilia Butler, Countess of Ossory, Anglo-Dutch courtier to King Charles III
6340201 Portrait of Emilia Butler, Countess of Ossory, Anglo-Dutch courtier to King Charles III, lady in waiting to Queen Catherine of Braganza, born Emilia van Nassau-Beverweerd

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Mrs Lawson or Miss Lawson, one of the Windsor Beauties

Mrs Lawson or Miss Lawson, one of the Windsor Beauties
6340219 Mrs Lawson or Miss Lawson, one of the Windsor Beauties by Holl, B. (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Mrs Lawson or Miss Lawson, one of the Windsor Beauties)

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Portrait of Mrs Nott of Canterbury, nee Miss Stanley, d

Portrait of Mrs Nott of Canterbury, nee Miss Stanley, d
6340234 Portrait of Mrs Nott of Canterbury, nee Miss Stanley, d by Thomson, J. (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Mrs Nott of Canterbury, nee Miss Stanley, d)

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Willem Wissing, Dutch portrait artist active in England (engraving)

Willem Wissing, Dutch portrait artist active in England (engraving)
3622548 Willem Wissing, Dutch portrait artist active in England (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Willem Wissing (1656-1687)

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Portrait of a Woman, ca. 1687. Creator: Willem Wissing

Portrait of a Woman, ca. 1687. Creator: Willem Wissing
Portrait of a Woman, ca. 1687

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Mary II, 1935

Mary II, 1935. Mary (1662-1694) came to the throne following the Glorious Revolution. Mary, a Protestant, ruled jointly with her husband William III, (1650-1702), also known as William of Orange

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Prince George of Denmark and Norway, Duke of Cumberland (1653-1708), 1912. Artist: Willem Wissing

Prince George of Denmark and Norway, Duke of Cumberland (1653-1708), 1912. Artist: Willem Wissing
Prince George of Denmark and Norway, Duke of Cumberland (1653-1708), Prince consort of Queen Anne (1665-1714) of Great Britain. After a painting by William Wissing (1656-1687)

Background imageWilliam Wissing Collection: Prince George of Denmark, late 17th century (1906)

Prince George of Denmark, late 17th century (1906). George (1653-1708) was the Prince Consort of Queen Anne of Great Britain. A print from Queen Anne, by Herbert Paul, Goupil and Co, London, 1906



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William Wissing was a talented Dutch portrait artist who rose to fame in the late 17th century. His skillful use of light and shadow brought his subjects to life on canvas, capturing their personalities with remarkable detail. Wissing's work was highly sought after by royalty and nobility, leading him to become one of the most prominent portrait painters of his time. Despite his success, Wissing remained humble and dedicated to his craft, always striving for perfection in each piece he created. Today, his paintings are treasured for their beauty and historical significance, providing a glimpse into the lives of the elite during the Baroque era. William Wissing may have passed away centuries ago, but his legacy as a master painter continues to inspire artists and art lovers around the world.