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King William III of England, holding the Bill of Rights in his hand, and Queen Mary II, Mid 18th cen Creator: Anonymous
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King William III of England, holding the Bill of Rights in his hand, and Queen Mary II, Mid 18th cen Creator: Anonymous
King William III of England, holding the Bill of Rights in his hand, and Queen Mary II, Mid of the 18th cen. Private Collection
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Bill Of Rights Book Design Great Britain Mary Henrietta Stuart Mary Ii Of England Mary Stuart Prince Of Orange Princess Royal Queen Of England Stewart Stuart William Ii William Of Orange Woodcut Watercolour Mary Ii Stuart Mary Of England
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This evocative and intricately designed image captures the historical moment when King William III of England, also known as William III of Orange, and his consort, Queen Mary II, formally acknowledged the English Bill of Rights in 1689. The Bill of Rights, which established the supremacy of Parliament over the monarchy and protected certain individual freedoms, marked a significant turning point in English history. The anonymous artist masterfully depicts William III, dressed in the robes of a king, holding the Bill of Rights open in his hand, symbolizing his commitment to upholding its principles. His stern expression conveys the gravity of the moment, while his posture exudes confidence and determination. Mary II, the Princess Royal of Scotland and daughter of James II and VII, is depicted as a gracious and regal queen, dressed in the finest silks and adorned with jewels. Her gentle gaze and outstretched hand suggest her support and cooperation in the joint reign. The artist's skillful use of color and detail in this watercolor and woodcut further emphasizes the grandeur and importance of the scene. The image also holds mythological significance as it alludes to the Stewart-Stuart dynasty, which had a long and complex history in both England and Scotland. The union of William III and Mary II, a Protestant Dutch prince and a Catholic Scottish queen, represented a new chapter in the history of the two nations and the beginning of a new era of shared rule. This exquisite print, with its intricate design and historical significance, offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of English history and the complexities of the political landscape of the late 17th and early 18th centuries.
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