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Threatened Swan Interpreted later Allegory Johan de Witt
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Threatened Swan Interpreted later Allegory Johan de Witt
The Threatened Swan The Threatened Swan The Threatened Swan, Interpreted later as an Allegory on Johan de Witt, The endangered swan. A swan is defending her nest with eggs against a dog. The performance has been given a political allegorical interpretation because the swan has been designated as the deputy pensioner Johan de Witt, who protects Holland against the enemy, symbols, allegories of war, Guerra (Ripa), water-birds: swan, dog, eggs, egg dishes, Northern Netherlands, France, England, Munster, Cologne, Johan de Witt, Republic of the Seven United Netherlands, Jan Asselijn, c. 1650, canvas, oil paint (paint), h 144 cm × w 171 cm
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1650 Allegories Allegory Cologne Defending Eggs Enemy Jan Asselijn Johan De Witt Munster Nest Northern Netherlands Performance Republic Ripa Swan Symbols Designated Egg Dishes Guerra Oil Paint
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The Threatened Swan, Interpreted later as an Allegory on Johan de Witt, captures a powerful moment of defense and protection. In this print by Jan Asselijn, we witness a swan fearlessly guarding her nest filled with precious eggs against the looming threat of a dog. While initially seen as a simple depiction of nature's struggle for survival, this artwork has been given a deeper political allegorical interpretation. The endangered swan symbolizes none other than Johan de Witt himself, the deputy pensioner who valiantly shields Holland from its enemies. Just like the swan defends her nest, De Witt tirelessly safeguards his beloved nation against external forces seeking to harm it. The imagery evokes notions of war and conflict in Ripa's allegories. This masterpiece serves as a reminder of the turbulent times faced by the Republic of the Seven United Netherlands during the mid-17th century when France, England, Munster, and Cologne posed significant threats to Dutch sovereignty. Through Asselijn's brushstrokes and expert use of oil paint on canvas measuring 144 cm in height and 171 cm in width, he immortalizes both nature's resilience and human determination. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Liszt Collection dating back to around 1650, we are transported into a world where art intertwines with politics. It is through such interpretations that history comes alive before our eyes—where seemingly ordinary scenes become symbols of bravery and patriotism.
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